I didn't have enough space in the Title:Novations where the investor uses a Limited Listing that puts them as the primary contact for scheduling showings, receiving/accepting offers and negotiating are brokering without a license.Novations where the investor actually hires a real estate broker to handle the aforementioned for the seller are not included. 

Also, you can get a HELOC on your primary residence and use the proceeds to purchase investment properties as well.

The ONLY reasonable deals are:Appliances when purchased if you have a retailer that offers unlimited repairs/replacement for 5 years for 10% of price.

I do a lot of boots on the ground stuff for different clients of mine who might need stuff like leasing, walkthroughs, contractor recommendations, but want to be more hands on with the managing of the property.  

Our kids' university has parent groups on Facebook.

When this occurs, area incomes fall and cities reduce spending on police and schools.

We literally are wholesalers....our job is not to hold your hand.

Where I see the biggest pitfall however is, in practice, you may run into trouble with the appraiser on the new property re-fi if you're not doing any improvements.

If funding is the priority, using a HELOC while keeping the property in your name offers flexibility.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

I understand that each person's situation is different and unique and can appreciate the insight you all offered.