I own my primary residence without a mortgage so my monthly expenses is only 50% of my monthly rental income (ie lots of wiggle room) and I have a 3+ year emergency reserve so I don't feel much stress at the moment.  

So in the end, if it’s positive it’s boosting your income otherwise negative and it decreases your income to determine your debt-to-income ratioI hope that helps

.- Furthermore, it may decrease future expenses for the kitchen vs if a remodel is not done.

This is a temporary profit sharing deal in exchange for a decreased sale price.

I'm sorry to hear of this ongoing stressful situation. 

We are starting to see additional supply from some companies that may have liquidity issues or are stressed which is allowing us to buy at a little better discount than usual.This type of investing is not for someone right out of the gate as their are a lot of complexities but I a great way to earn cash flow

I'm always on the look-out to decrease my monthly payments and at 2.5%, how could I say no?

2) Do you think starter home prices will decrease in following months?

2) Do you think starter home prices will decrease in following months?

Although I'm not opposed to something a bit more passive than being a landlord again.I always knew my return was low comparatively .. not to mention the many hours of stress, physical labour and tenant management that have gone into the home.