Duriel Taylor if your duplex is owned free and clear then the simplest way to get the capital for the next down payment is a cash out refi.

This is the simplest method, but it also means your tenants are more likely to abuse the utilities by leaving windows open with the heat or A/C running, leaving lights on, ignoring the toilet that constantly flushes on its own, etc.3.

Not trying to re-invent the wheels but trying to project myself best I can in the simplest manner as I will be contracting directly with subs now. 

Plus, the learning knowledge of working on your own home allows you to gain an understanding of even just the simplest home repairs that you can save money in future work you can do, especially when you are just starting out.

Again, if the purchase prices work with your remaining entitlement to not have to refinance until you hit 20% equity in your current property, that's probably the simplest and cheapest option. 

Okay, let me break this down “parade rest” (to its simplest form).

This will be the simplest way to produce some properties and get some cash flow.

I am Brand new and eager to learn the investment, wholesaling & real estate process and basic Step by step beginner knowledge of the simplest things like leads, portfolios, hard money loans, ARV.

Or if, as in Cy's case, the cash is actually there, then I agree with Cy: the simplest way could be for that family member to buy it (if an actual cash-offer can be lower than the best Offer Cy could make with only proof of prequalification), and on-sell it to Cy who has been pre-approved for finance, straight away.  

This is the simplest model and you rent it on your own when you aren't there.