Sounds a lot like this that I hear from dead beats all the time “ I was going to pay you but now that you demanded payment I’m insulted and not going to pay”.  

Once you find a good, investor-friendly realtor, the process will become a lot easier.

I've got a lot of problems with the Mayor, but this, I feel was a great move.

So, there's more than one way to create more cash flow than refinancing:-). 

I am looking to purchase more rental properties in the near future.

My thoughts: don't get set on just one trend since your goal is to purchase in 2026, as we've all experienced, a lot can happen in a year.  

If you are really comfortable with the deal flow, the best way would obviously be to keep flipping / scaling up while gaining equity each time but its a lot harder as you never really know when the next deal may come. 

I am looking to buy my first investment property and have heard a lot about  Fort WayneAs an out of state investor, I am looking to connect with investors/agents in the area to build further knowledge on specifics with the markets and hopefully bring business to in the future!

I tried it in an apartment complex and it was an absolute dumpster fire and lost a lot of money.

let's connect and I'll tell you more.