I'm going to preface this with I'm not an accountant or certified tax-preparer but the previous advice seems slightly off (maybe based off old forms). 

It's still probably a scam based on what you've written.Yes, I have been served already.

Because it feels like you have to secure a seller and buyer essentially at the same time, having those conversations and almost playing ping pong with both parties is NERVE-RACKING for me."

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i bought a home warranty once and never would again. they rarely have things taken care of in a timely manner, which can be fine for your primary in some cases, but not for a rental. and the companies they contract to do the work, are getting paid pennies on the dollar for those jobs based on the deal they negotiated, so they're in NO rush to get out to you. and like any insurance company, they do all they can to get out of stuff. it was a waste of not only money, but also time and energy.

DSCR loans are based off of down payment, credit score and either actual or market rents so it helps to supercharge an investor's real estate goals and net worth.

One last tip, make sure the base boards upstairs are not touching the floor, even just 1/8 inch gap is good.  

We spend our time traveling and playing with the grandkids. 

Lenders won't allow someone who got a deal for under market value and did little to no work to cash out based on appraised value.

The stay is just the beginning of the revenue stream, like a base line.