If they pass that smell test and fit our other criteria then it's usually a good fit. 

It’s a great way to grow faster.HELOC or Equity Tapping: If you have equity in another property, using a HELOC or cash-out refinance could help cover the down payment without affecting your DTI as much.Seller Financing or Creative Deals: Look for sellers willing to finance directly, which bypasses traditional mortgage qualification hurdles.Scaling quickly often involves combining strategies—play around with what works best for your goals.

Specifically:Licensed and Insured Contractors:Strong experience in fix-and-flip projects is preferred.Proven track record for meeting deadlines and staying within budget.Interested in building a long-term working relationship.Real Estate Agents:Knowledgeable about properties in Chattanooga and surrounding areas.Skilled in identifying high ROI opportunities for fix-and-flip projects.Open to partnering with an investor for repeat business.If you or someone you know is a great fit, please comment below or send me a direct message.

Stay consistent, set clear goals, and remember real estate is a long-term game that rewards patience and persistence!

Ideally, my goal would be to get $40-45k equity back out.

I am now ready to hang drywall, but I'm not sure how to fit the already wired, electrical boxes through the drywall cutouts.

Here’s what I’ve seen work well:Furniture Purchase:If the furniture fits the vibe you’re going for and is in good shape, buying it can definitely help you hit the ground running.

Can you do the lease renewal, but have lower rent for the first month and then increase it the second month (if that fits with 60 days' notice)? 

Commercial programs a heavily dependent on location and NOI (less one size fits all compared to residential). 

I want to thank the few people that took the time to welcome me to this community. I am very blessed to have found this platform. 
As i mentioned in my introductory post, I am really looking to using next year to jump...