So, the even if the rent does not cover the debt service you can still potentially qualify. 

@Sumit Kaul- Can't really speak to that market in particular but ways to estimate the potential rent include rentometer.com, zillow.com (rent zestimate), and look on craigslist.org.  

I am aware it will have to be secured, however I’m looking for a card that has good benefits or can set me up for something bigger in the future.

Determine what you are looking for in the best multifamily property; this could include things like location size condition rental potential cash flow projections value-add opportunities etc.

I am looking at potential leads in these counties and would like to start lining up the folks. 

 I’m starting out and I’d like to know how would you go about doing an inspection on a potential deal to calculate rehab costs if the property doesn’t have any services turned on?

The earlier you start in your RE journey, the better off you will be in the future.

I also read that a proper structure must be followed to defend future assets like trusts under LLC, etc, because there are many assets hunters going for your properties and looking to sue you. 

Im damned and determined to get going asap and am doing what I need to, to get my credit back up so this is all easier for future flips!

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