I am looking for neighborhoods with positive appreciation and cash flow.

Pros include securing the desired property and strategic planning, while cons involve higher costs, financing challenges, and complexity.

Refinance after project, cashed out and continue to receive positive cash flow.

@Alicia Prokos (and anyone else in the same position) A 401k plan is a type of Qualified Retirement Plan, in which there are - at a minimum - 2 essential roles: Trustee and Administrator.Plan administrator – The person who is identified in the plan document as having responsibility for running the plan.Plan trustee – Someone who has the exclusive authority and discretion to manage and control the plan assets.In the overwhelming majority of plans, it is the business owner and/or the business entity adopting the plan that fill these roles.Companies that provide 401k administrative services are more aptly called "third-party administrators."

You want an accountant who can help you strategize and who is responsive when you want to know the consequences of the financial decisions you are making throughout the year.Good luck.

Once I've done that multiple times and I'm getting positive feedback on my numbers it will be time to begin the real journey. 

Cash invested: $40,000 Sale price: $205,000 Strategic Market Pivot: From Long-Term Rental to High-Yield Fix and FlipThis property was strategically transitioned from a single-family long-term rental (LTR) into a fix-and-flip project after analyzing market trends and identifying a pivot that would yield better long-term returns.

I call this dumb debt: Quick note; the deferred sales trust can save a failed 1031 exchange( cost zero to have this option, nor does it take any of the identification property positions) (It's wise to always have a back up plan)More on Dumb debt.

We are feeling very positive about the outlook for 2025.

They also want a priority lien on the property.It sounds like you are looking for someone to fund your down payment, I would be looking for an equity partner over debt as nobody likes to lend money in insecure positions, especially when a borrower lacks skin in the game.How much are you planning to come in with yourself?