Thanks for your response guys!
@Scott Innocente The problem with Refi is I would have to pay points, closing costs and other fees(potentially). Ultimately I would like to use this money to purchase another home. Can I get an appraisal and then get a Refi? Also, from the process you are recommending how long do you suggest I wait to make each change(refinance the house at a higher value, pull your money out, then set up the mortgage as a HELOC which you can draw from as principal is paid down.)?
@Brent Coombs I completely understand the consequences of averaging the income and expenses because we will be using the money from one property or the next. Do you recommend any other processes which you have worked on yourself? I spoke to an HM lender and she wanted to be first and wants 7-8%, no early payment fees. Which I have heard HM loans are better for a quick buy, fix and flip not the traditional buy and hold strategy.