I've had tenants break dishwashers, stoves, faucets ( how- I still don't know).

For a small one I would do a detailed assessment of the immediate repairs and of things that may break in the near future.

Military often have higher turn over as they get deployed to other locations fairly regularly. 

I just needed people who understood what I thought I needed to break it down for me.I really appreciate the help.

--Question--To reduce my housing costs to $0 or cashflow positive I have come up with two potential scenarios....Scenario 1:Move into a two bedroom apartment in Manhattan and rent the extra bedroom to break even on my monthly living costs. 

I am a regular. 

Regularly Bank REO properties and Wholesalers require their title company.

Bathrooms must be cleaned regularly, and as frequently as needed, to prevent the formation of mold and mildew.

You should also have roughly a 10-20% buffer saved up above your rehab budget for unforeseen repairs that might need to be taken care of or for emergencies like a pipe bursting or a break-in.Investing in real estate should be with your "play" money when you're just starting out, you don't want to be putting your entire savings into your first deal and have it go sideways and lose everything you've saved up.

No such thing as a “short sale lender”.....you’re getting a regular traditional mtg based solely on your credit/income and the subject property appraisal.....doesn’t matter if it is a regular, REO or short sale.