I can't tell you what to do with partners - we play only with our own capital and have never taken on investors.

what numbers do I need to play with to get the cap rate up?

There no reason to wait any time or have any “whichever is lower” rule come into play.

If so, then the owners of the front property cannot (legally) block access.If there is not an easement then adverse possession may come into play. 

My personal take is that the banks won't call it due until they do, and I prefer to play by the rules, and abide by the contracts I sign.I also did not have the financial capacity to put 25% down on my first house-hack when I was getting started.

Lots on manufacturers make power meters.

Knowing your why is crucial because this gives you the strength and purpose to keep going even when opposition stands in your way.Take complete responsibility for your success as we;; as failures in your life: Successful people do not play the victim role.

So time plays a big role in deciding which type of loan will work best for your situation.

Yes, the CREDIT immediately becomes available as you pay off a HELOC, allowing you to reuse it, but you’re going to waste a couple hundred dollars per month on interest payments as well, reducing your income’s buying power.

Things like security funds and or power of attorney?