Typically these repairs are mostly cosmetics.

Project phases typically divide payments into an initial deposit and subsequent installments.Depending on the project scope, you can divide the payment into milestone payments.

One issue I see with this is that I do not have a real estate license so I don't think that would create any issues with STR management, but as for MTR management it seems like there are certain limitations without a license - any feedback on that would be appreciated-Staging properties primarily for FSBO's as I know properties listed by realtors will typically have an in-house staging offering.

The lender is the one who sets this up as they are the ones who typically pay since its them who is to provide this as well as keep track of the loan, but only be a borrower if they use a servicer.

Typically in many jurisdictions when it comes to this type of niche there are very few who do it and they all work together. 

Thanks for your help For an owner-occupied duplex, you’ll typically need a hybrid policy.

Typically Conventional will end 42% of DTI and FHA can get up to 51% DTI (and based on your credit score I think you should stretch to that 51%) Just a few things to start thinking about as you are working through the process. 

Thanks  Section 8 is typically going to be on the higher end of market rents for any given area.

Here in FL that is typically the pool and backyard area. 

@Shelby Ek Do you need to activate the utilities in order to qualify for the loan you are getting?