Depending on your current rate or if the current loan is short term or long term.

There are a few that do not have any seasoning requirement on a cash out refinance as long was there was rehab completed on the property.

Owning a duplex at 20 is a huge accomplishment, and it’s inspiring to see you’re already planning your next move.From my perspective, real estate investing is a long-term game focused on building equity, paying down debt, and maintaining stability over chasing short-term cash flow.

I recommend reading “Long-Distance Real Estate Investing: How to Buy, Rehab, and Manage Out-of-State Rental Properties” - I found it to be very helpful when I got started investing 2.5 years ago.

For a long term investor:Would it make sense if you could buy the home at a steep discount and then let the owner stay rent free for a specific period of time?

This will only be making you quick cash, not long term investments."

Now he has sold the company and is more of a flat rate charge based loosely on how long it takes him to prepare the return.

At the end of the 5 or 7 years, if I keep the property that long, it's rinse, lather, and repeat. 

We'll see how long this lasts.

However, weighing your options and performing due diligence carefully based on your specific circumstances, the property's potential, and your long-term goals.