I'd start with one or two properties, but if it works out, would like to invest more heavily (10-15 sfr). 

Two completely unrelated exceptions to the general rule.2.

There will be one or two who have real estate or business experience and are trying to control costs and do the right thing.

This is a win in two ways.   

The idea is to sell and put the $200k in a high yield savings account and then when the rates go down a bit more buy two properties.

It is available for a month or two after you order it so you would be able to still send the copy of the credit report.

I understand there could be big difference between two towns that's close to each other.

If it’s only one or two of those things, sure you can do it.

An investor friendly agent can do all sorts of helpful things, like setting you up with a search for properties or connecting you with folks who have recently done deals like the ones you want to do. 6) Consider analyzing a deal or two in your local market, just for practice, with a free use of our Rental Property Calculator (or other calculators).

Hello I am an owner of two properties one in boulder CO and one in Orlando FL and have paid off the mortgages.