If you have both a knob and a deadbolt for the main condo door some people here recommend a regular knob (no key) for the door and have lock only in the deadbolt so they can't lock themselves out. 

My understanding was that each year, you pay taxes at your regular marginal tax rate on: your rental income - IRS allowed expenses - depreciation - interest paid on mortgage.

One question I have, however, is what the difference is between and investor's agent and a regular agent who has expertise in how to buy correctly for investment purposes?

The cashflow listed above is before taking after budgeting $200/month for CAPEX, $113.33/month regular maintenance, and $142.50/month in property management (currently self managing).

You should consider hiring a regular yard service to keep peace with the HOA.

It does give the walls a better appearance but does not look quite the same as regular walls. 

These loan programs are typically used for clients who are self employed & do not show enough income on their tax returns to qualify for a regular mortgage. 

This could mean paying down debt or regular expenses (maybe get rid of a car payment, etc.).

Just by applying the "law of attraction" the universe has conspired,through regular face to face, to present 2 offmarket deals!

What about just a regular old seller financing deal with a 12 or 24 month balloon?