How to get my 3rd Property?!

[Casey Kooiman]

Hi! I currently have two properties (and mortgages) - a duplex that must remain "owner occupy". 30 year fixed. Then I have a condo which is also a 30 year fixed. I am ready for my next property though - most likely a duplex. I'm not really sure how to come up with the 20-25% down needed though. Are there different ways to leverage the equity on those properties? Is it a good idea? Are there other avenues I should explore? Any advice is appreciated, as I want to get to that next step!