It was actually more of a townhouse (just zoned as a condo).

The withholding can also be stopped altogether, and only actual taxes owed will be collected by filing form MW506NRS at least 21 days prior to settlement and filing it with the Comptroller of Marylands office to get the exact actual tax owed calculated. 

@Ana Maria A Self-Directed Roth Solo 401(k) is a great option for real estate investing if you're looking for tax-free growth and withdrawals in retirement.

Hey Jamie, I am actually a property manager located in Jacksonville, FL and work with several investors in the area.

Weirdly, you may actually be able to get better terms and/or more LTV on the refinance if there is debt on the property as lenders have rules for max cash in hand (max proceeds you get at closing) for cash-out refinances.  

I doubt it was actually live.

I actually met with the agent directly as it was his childhood home, and he wanted to know who was going to buy it.

They aren't the actual bank so need to upcharge these fees and hoping in volume they can make enough to continue operating. 

Quote from @Franklin Perez: You don't need a license to invest, and it may actually hurt you.

In Dayton, I find most of my clients like A/B class 1-4 units because they can actually cash flow AND be in great areas.