Before taking out profits, make sure you have enough set aside for unexpected expenses like repairs, vacancies, or larger maintenance issues.

And while crime isn't out of control in either suburb, it is higher than the national average and the schools are medicore at best.

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You can then give out codes for self-showings, AFTER a prospect meets your basic screening requirements.

If you're investing in real estate out of your home state don't you have, at minimum, a Realtor, Contractor, Property Manager, Lawyer, etc. in the state where you're looking to create a local presence?

Be sure to include instructions for turning in keys, notifying you that she's out, etc.

An investor-friendly agent is also key.If you’re looking for creative financing options, feel free to reach out, I’m here to help!

I've worked with several lenders that allow no cash-out seasoning before.

If you have an immediate need for a large sum of cash, I'd lean cash out.

If you DON'T want to pull equity out, you should be okay with just a rate/term refi.