Mainly it will impact your insurance score which is a major factor in determining the rate.

I was a bit confused by this, since it's clearly built as four identical apartments - each with a matching layout and full kitchen plus a main entryway with a shared staircase.

@Annchen Knodt ah yes, that's what I was thinking was the main issue stopping people from using a conventional loan.

However for the main bathroom(s) I feel they lack the storage space I desire, so I'd use a full size vanity unless you have a lot of extra storage throughout, closets, cabinets, cubbies, shelves, etc.)Tile: Subway tile is still in, but perhaps try using a larger option, like a 4 x 16 tile.

Obviously, that leaves a lot open for interpretation, but that should really be their main objective.

Small town with a cute main street and vibe.

The main criteria should be finding someone who is highly experienced in real estate and preferably one who invests personally.

Other strategies include... finding a way to split a single family into multiple separate living spaces (The main floor, and basement. or converting a garage, or an existing ADU), Short term rentals (just be careful with city regulations), or furnished mid-term rentals (Travel nurses, or other contract-based workers).

:)  Have you found that your vacancies are mainly in the winter time? 

We don't typically advertise a target refinance date or amount unless it's an essential element of the business plan (heavy value add), but include it as a preference within the first 1-4 years of ownership.