Hello, just a little background, I just started looking into real estate investing not too long ago and am still very much in my research and learn as much as I can phase.

The biggest advantage is I could still refinance since it was technically owner occupied.In terms of privacy, it depends on how the loft is laid out.

I'm a one man army still working a 9-5 so being able to have things running in the background is a plus for me.  

Your background equips you to handle the admin work, but as you expand, consider outsourcing to focus on strategic growth.

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As Jay mentioned above, conventional financing is technically the best product if you qualify for it. 

A link to FilePlace is at the bottom of every page, so it is easy to find.If you have technical issues, send an email to [email protected] and someone will help you.

A link to FilePlace is at the bottom of every page, so it is easy to find.If you have technical issues, send an email to [email protected] and someone will help you.

I intend to qualify as a REP as I have no W2 income and handling the purchasing and managing of my investment is technically my job now (i do have a handyman as I do not live in the state where my property is, I do all things related to the property other than on site repairs). 

If you are managing the property yourself, then yes, meeting the tenants is crucial, as a credit score and background check can only say so much about a person.