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Cash out refi in California at a higher rate to invest in rental
I am in the Bay Area and with the rising prices have acquired equity in the home that I live in. Do you think it's a good idea to
1. Cash out refi and invest in real estate in cheaper markets
2. take a 7 yr ARM (cheaper rate) while doing a cashout refi