So I require skin in the game (average is 5% to 15%) to offset this.

I saw there was a new House Bill that came through last year (2023), and added a new subsection to RCW 59.18.280 which does mention RCW 59.18.260 about the checklist requirement for the security deposit:(4) The requirements with respect to checklists and documentation that are set forth in RCW59.18.260 and this section do not apply to situations in which part or all of a security deposit is withheld by the landlord for reasons unrelated to damages to the premises, fixtures, equipment, appliances, and furnishings, such as for rent or other charges owing.This is the new "exception" (per the title of the RCW59.18.280).

However, similar to understanding the property market, I require assistance when it comes to discovering unfamiliar places.If you are good at investing and also at traveling, please share what you know.

Ex: a sloped lot could require a basement where a flat lot would not.  6.

Now, they owe me a lot more than the security deposit (rent, bills, damages...)I saw there was a new House BIll that came through last year (2023), and added a new subsection to RCW 59.18.280 which does mention RCW 59.18.260 about the checklist requirement for the security deposit:(4) The requirements with respect to checklists and documentation that are set forth in RCW59.18.260 and this section do not apply to situations in which part or all of a security deposit is withheld by the landlord for reasons unrelated to damages to the premises, fixtures, equipment, appliances, and furnishings, such as for rent or other charges owing.This is the new "exception" (per the title of the RCW59.18.280).

I was going to suggest finding a place with better value, but after doing some searching online I didn't come up with much.  

The goal is to keep the premiums I have to pay due to lending requirements as my money.

The feedback was that combining the parcels allowed them to drop some city requirements regarding installing screening in front of the dumpsters, so it saved a small amount on construction cost.Interesting topic, but understand if you are just focusing on the deal itself for now.  :-)Sincerely Joe

Most capital providers require a 700+ FICO for a Cash-Out Refinance of 5+ units and six months of seasoning to use a new appraised value instead of the cost-based approach.

i keep seeing stuff online about rates are dropping.