In addition, they will not allow you to use the income from the departing property if its within 100 miles which I suspect is what Brian was alluding to. 

One of the benefits to the SDIRA is that almost ANYONE can do it, regardless of self employment, etc....

Often landlords are looking for additional rentals.Call on ForRent.com for more landlords.Good luck to you!

Additionally, some lenders have overlays where they make their own guidelines on top of what Fannie and Freddie allow. 

You more so since you are not "employed".  

-Located near 2 major hospitals and 3 Universities -Original Rehab included 100% new bathroom, 100% new plumbing in the house, electrical updates, all new flooring, all new paint, and the addition of one new wall to create a "true" 3rd BR.

Things like having the Contractors name the property owner as an additional be included in the contract. 

Additionally, many specifically say that if you do rent it out, you must sign a lease that rents the entire residence out (not a portion) and the HOA must be provided a copy of the lease.

There was a miscalculation that was caught a closing and cost us an additional 1500 out of pocket.

I’d buy them individually, all at once.....the financing rate and 30 years would offset any additional closing costs, and many of the costs you’ll have will be the same anyway...title search/insurances, appraisals, recordings, etc.