With out getting into too much detail the USD has a loose inverse relationship to oil, if oil goes up in price it will most likely reduce the inflation rate in colombia which will then make the peso appreciate against the dollar.  

Most cities up here use the roll out bins and limited times pick up bulk but this one has no bins and picks up bulk with the regular pick up.The mounds of trash got me a bargain on the house but I got it cleared for free. 

Every month after you make a payment your loan is recalculated and your principal balance is reduced accordingly.

Also don't forget that hard inquires also reduce your score. 

Bulk mail with more stringent criteria.

Need to maximize deductions and depreciation over the remaining months of 2018 to significantly reduce taxes.

I'm off this property for now, but will stay in touch with the seller in case he wishes to substantially reduce the price at some point and bail out.  

I want to buy a house for myself in the next year, I’m worried that taking on the debt of these apartments will reduce my buying power.

Meaning, I see how your model may add value through bulk buying and process efficiencies (kudos to your COO / operations team), but let's get real here..

If you can get seller to reduce price due to not vacating a unit, sure that would be great.