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Updated about 4 years ago, 10/18/2020
Rent My Current Home and Pull Equity out for a New Home?
I'm trying to figure out what the best feasible path to take is?
Option A: I'm trying to figure out if it's feasible to rent my current home, pull out the equity, and use the cash for a down payment on a new home.
Option B: Sell the home now, rent an "RV", then wait for a great deal/home in a "Buyers" market in 6mo - 1yr.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
I would avoid Option B personally. There are many options to accomplish Option A. First I would find out what comparable rentals are going for in your area. Will these amounts cover your mortgage and allow you to positively cashflow? If so, I would then find out how much equity you can full out of your current home. Make sure that amount is enough to put a down payment on a second property. If it is then go ahead and determine if this is something you actually want to do. Make a decision & go for it.