The conventional loan product can help eliminate sellers concerns while still keeping a low down payment.3) I would just compare your rents versus market rents.

I’m ready to jump into the real estate game but I don’t know where to start.

It’s an upper/lower duplex that me and my fiancé live in while renting out the upper unit.

While I am surprised at that, I also think it is the proper way to view real estate.I always go back to my first vacation rental purchase as an example:  In 2005, I bought a beautiful, 2-acre creek-side cabin in Cosby (near Gatlinburg) for $240,000. 

Don't be afraid to negotiate, particularly if you have a lot of rentals.4.

It's worth noting that while the VA allows for a loan assumption, you'll need to qualify based on your single income (adjusted for any child support or new debts since the original purchase).

IMO, as a landlord, if you don't wish to maintain an appliance just don't include it.

GC should be the last of your worries since you don't have plans.I would caution you that a CMX2 project as your first ground up project may be a tall order.

Nope, I don't have 50 units.

One challenge was navigating the quick turnaround time while ensuring all details were addressed.