I'd avoid turn-key properties.

To avoid this, is it still possible to add a partner (none related) to the title that becomes the equity partner to the deal, and would this help in avoiding the UDFI tax? 

If yes, any particular areas to absolutely avoid ?

You also have an option to put 20% down to avoid PMI and still get a HELOC up to 95%CLTV as a back up for either renovations or money for the next purchase.

One source of cities to avoid is Neighborhood Scout's 100 most dangerous cities.

@I know i am trying to avoid eviction etc and try to solve it the most amicable way i can but she doesn't realize that i can't wait on her homebuying process and taking advantage a bit.  

If you wanted to avoid this in the future, require the deposit to be a cashiers check and presented to you with the contract so that it is in hand when you sign.

I'm seeing houses sit for longer, and was recently the only offer on a property, it was nice to avoid the usual bidding war. https://links.e.stessa.com/u/c...

Just asking in the interest of avoiding false signals to your local tax commission, should the physical address be the home office or in the state where the activity is generating the income. 

Your agent should help you potentially connect with a local lender (doesn't hurt to shop around for some local lenders either, I typically avoid the larger companies).I would also say that your probably not going to find "the perfect deal", especially your first time around.