Personally I don't like to do less than 20%. 

It's been interesting, because lately a number of people have had this exact problem and we've been discussing it on this forum and personally with others we know. 

The title company says it would need a satisfactory quiet title action and a couple of other factors that would be part of the QTA.I certainly can't be the first person to attempt to clear a title in New York and would love to get input from someone who has done so.Thanks in advance...

Taking a bit over a long period of time is better than taking it out all out at once.Furthermore, you can have 80% LTV if you purchase property in your personal in your own name.LTV inside of a SDIRA is somewhere around 50%

Ask the person lending you the money.Banks won't care.

I think it's better for for sale product not rentals personally.

Personally I'd think more about quality of life you are looking for and if that market fits into your overall investing goals.

This is why it is important to keep personal and business assets separate.

Personally I prefer areas where it is not "block by block" like northeast philly, roxborough, chestnut hill, west mount airy, east falls, fairmount, graduate hospital, etc. 

My approach is two fold:- Gently keep in mind and remind clients there are two parties and perspectives involved.- Address buyer's concerns with reputable local professional and expert evaluations and written estimates.For example if the deck needs to be repaired or replaced, during the contingency period I'll attempt to have at least 1-2 licensed contractors provide written estimates.