If lenders do factor in take-home pay, would it be advised to scale back on contributions for a couple of months in order to get approved for a larger amount?

In my case I chose time to be the most flexible factor.

I realized I have never actually introduced myself.  My name is William and I spent 9 years in the military.  I was the kid making no money as an E-3 still reading about investing and people would just smirk and make ...

So, I will either have to rent long term forever or eventually refinance. 

4 - What would you estimate for average monthly power, gas, water, and trash (I know, this is going to be a wide range depending on # of occupants, climate sensitivity factors, etc)?

. $225k could be a great entry point, or a terrible one depending on many factors.

That means working with an agent who knows the city inside out.Don't Overlook the Hidden Costs of TransportationIf you have a car, factor in parking — possibly a monthly fee (Especially in downtown and Montrose, Houston).

Property has 3units 7bd 3ba Sqft 2352 build 1962 Style CCCustomer is willing to hold the note on the home with set amount she is older and don't count on living forever.2 units occupied total of 2870 in cash flow1st flr $1790mth  3bd 1 ba2nd flr vacant ($1700-$2000 potential) 3bd 1baStudio $1080mth 1bd 1baTaxes is $12321.27yroil 3 zone furnace City Water 2 Electric boxesLocated 45 Min from New York5 min from University and College3 Different Mountain Trials and Parks  Shopping District and Medical Centers What questions would you ask?

The 1031 was cut on everything except real estate by the last admin- Don't count on it existing forever.

Principal and interest payments are not a factor in cap rate.Cap rate is the Net Operating Income (NOI) divided by the property value.