These loans are flexible and designed to help investors move quickly on properties that need some TLC before hitting the market.Cash-Out Refinance – If you plan to rent out your current home, a cash-out refi can unlock equity to help fund your down payment on your next property.

I can advise and show you properties around and in the city of Detroit and help you you with investing in something you’ll be comfortable with.

Personally, I need that level of control to feel comfortable investing relatively large  sums of money and is thus the reason why I’m not a fan of syndications.my 2 cents….Randy 

With its own exterior entrance, soundproofing, and hotel-like amenities, guests have a comfortable space without ever entering our living area.

For most people to earn enough cashflow to have a comfortable lifestyle from rental properties may take many many years.

You can also utilize a rate/term refinance option which allows for higher LTV typically and can be designed to include the closing costs, so you don't need to go out of pocket at closing.I'd also highly recommend looking to get your FICO to a 680 as most lenders will adjust terms and rates in intervals of 20's so getting to the 680 mark will help your terms significantly.

Maybe before doing that, if you're comfortable, you can try seeing when they intend on moving out.

Good stuff to think about, thank you Sebastian.It's cool to see extra replies from time to time on this post as I continue with the ideas.It's interesting, I looked into different DSTs and had conversations but just didn't feel comfortable with what I felt was a lack of control or ability to really know the operators and properties.I also kept running the numbers and just couldn't make 1031s into other properties make sense with the new interest rates compared to what I have now. 

I'm curious if anyone has experience leasing to Edward Jones and would feel comfortable giving details about their experience. 

Which areas make you feel comfortable?