In theory I would stick to my X60 multiple (of both sides) and if I chose to forego rent on one side in order to live in it then that is my choice.

We have wanted to move to a different area for a year anyway and we're trying to be smart and get started in RE investing at the same time. 

I mean, I want the property to be convenient to my renters...but it doesn't have to fit my commute time.Buying a primary home that does NOT need work will open up so many other choices for me that will fit my personal needs.  

This is my first investment property and just want to make a wise choice, what do you think?

And many Lenders have no choice but to slow their intake of transactions by throttling mortgage rates higher and by reducing the term that they are willing to guarantee a rate lock.

That's what I had heard from property managers who have already implemented smart locks and allow for self showings.

@John Teachout yup makes sense, thats a smart way to go about it.

I've been working my *** off to earn the bandwidth to think about investing, so I'd really like to make sure I make smart moves!

Hi Adam, great choice on floor color by the way.

I think it is probably smart as it ensures there is money there if someone books 6 months in advance and then cancels 2 months out.