@Fed Finjap now you're better prepared if you continue to scale and eventually hire a PMC!

I recently acquired my first primary residence and am seeing ways I can best utilize the space for real estate investing.

Its a lifestyle you must prepare the family for so you dont have strife..

Your best advice would come, for a Tax Advisor NOT a Tax Preparer (CPA).

Median-priced homes will attract the highest percentage of qualified residents looking for rentals and the highest percentage of owner-occupied home buyers in the future. 

While others above have highlighted the ability to purchase a property with 0% down, there is one large stipulation: you must purchase a property as a primary residence.

Learn the ins and outs of fit and finish, proper preparation, proper installation, rough in locations & MEP details... thinking 10 steps ahead on everything.

Welcome, Maxine, to a fellow New Jersey resident.

Purchase price: $45,000 Cash invested: $40,000 Renovation Overview: 1453 Southfield Dr, Columbus, OHWe've transformed 1453 Southfield Dr into a modern residence.

If it does vest, then the 2nd isn't currently $8k and the paperwork could further help your case.Other option is to completely ignore the equity in your residence and look for creative financing on the property you want to purchase.