Do improvements while living there.You can technically do this every 12 months, or as soon as you can save up your next down payment.You can also buy 2-4 unit properties and use FHA to put only 3.5% down.

What strategies are you considering to improve your flipping process?

In my opinion this area is priced low and after improvements values will go up.  

If you can find an affordable way to get a degree it should hopefully improve your earning potential.

Share your experiences and stories—your tips might inspire others to improve their own spaces!

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You cannot finance more than what wouldve been available in the initial purchase or use any improved value or new appraisal to increase the loan amount. 

In these conditions, investors typically focus on faster, lower-cost flips that add clear, high-value improvements without overextending time or budget.

Both can offer tax perks if you use the money for home improvements.

I've made some improvements to the house since I've bought it.