You will record the mortgage/refi as Liability.I strongly recommend to do the monthly bank recs, this is something the tax accountants will want at the end of the year.

Are you considering going to court or just hoping to send some strongly worded letters?

depends on the market. your rust belt buys who buy this stuff for the price of used cars are going to say 250k max for 5k in incomeyour west coast folks with strong potential for rent growth and appreciation may say. 750k.

He strongly recommends using a virtual assistant. 

There seems to be a strong rental market here and the city itself is growing more so than the surrounding areas.

Cost: $100 per system (each add system $50) Chimney Inspection/ Cleaning Target Date: June/July We strongly recommend having the chimney professionally checked every year and cleaned every two or three years.

Do you have strong comps for the ARV and rent?

If the spore count inside the house is alarmingly high compared to the readings outside, then you've got a mold problem.I'm no attorney, but I'd strongly advise you let the tenant pick the mold inspection company (even if it's from a short list you provide), so there's no hint of perceived collusion.

I'm an out of state investor and am ready to commit to a deal. 

I will also strongly advise against getting married to get off-base ( I've seen many get burned doing that too).