@Ed Taslak it is not so much that they have your best interest in mind - RESPA law covers that. 

Put some money in an escrow account (suggest $10K) to cover repair cost.  

Please note, in the event of a legitimate lawsuit we do have liability insurance to cover any claims.This is an attempt to design a lifestyle and not necessarily the best mathematical return.  

in theory yes. in actuality, no. reasoning: banks don't like loaning you money when you have no "skin in it" that's why you need down payments. you also need to cover closing costs. theoretically, banks may lend you money if the deal is so good that you have enough "instant equity" to cover their ***. for example, banks like loaning 80% of the value.

The VA will only fund the appraisal amount and you will have to cover the rest out of pocket.

You've got to have plenty of deals in the pipe line to offset those taxes and cover reno costs.Some folks in your situation choose to continue their path of buy and hold investing. 

Finally, you have to ask yourself if you have the capital on hand to cover the mortgage and other expenses should one or more of your tenants leave after receiving the rent increase notice.

Based on what I’ve read in other discussion I think it’s probably best to get a real estate license to cover my butt. 

@Ricky Cover If you do happen to find the lead, chances are others have found it as well.

Of course I’ll talk to Title Co and hope to get clarity, but I’d like to cover my bases if anyone can provide info.