This then would allow you to look at a property 1500sf 3/2 with the same rehab as a property in the same condition that you got a bid for 1-4 weeks ago..

Know your market cap rate and you can quickly determine whether property is worth a closer look. 

If you're looking for ways to accelerate, consider these options:Seller Financing – Some sellers may finance a portion of the purchase price, reducing your need for a large down payment.DSCR Loans – These loans focus on property cash flow rather than personal income, often requiring only 15% down.Private Money Lenders – If you can find a PML willing to work with you, you may be able to put less down.Partnerships – If you’re open to splitting profits, you could bring in a partner who funds the down payment.Since you’re okay with the slower path, just keep stacking cash, but these might be worth exploring to move faster!

I am planning to offer an equity position to a friend in a property I am currently in the process of refinancing.

Getting an appraiser out there in the property is always best while the property is vacant. 

Quote from @Christian Mejia: We recently purchased our first investment property in Florida with the assistance of Rent to Retirement and I just wanted to say it was a smooth process.

Hi Gina,After managing hundreds of properties and working with investors for over 20 years, I can definitely appreciate your background and the systems you’ve built—especially having three contractor teams ready to go.

Now, you can try to find a property that already has a section 8 tenant.

The past 2 1/2 years I’ve flipped some properties and have wholesaled some.

I'm working with Michael White, Real Estate Sales with Midtown Property Management in Harrisburg, PA.