The power of leverage is one of the main benefits that distinguishes RE from other investment choices, and the refi is where real wealth is made.

Nicholas depends on what your ultimate purpose and goals are.

My gut says you probably want/need separate policies for the different entities at the very least - the purpose of having them is to keep things separate in case of a lawsuit, so combining insurance would pierce the veil and allow someone to come after everything. 

My main concern about actual house hacking for a few years in a row is that we don't want the kiddos to have to change schools once we relocate up there.I'm thinking about getting an appreciation-oriented duplex/triplex in a pricier market with good schools that we could stay in for several years, and saving for an actual cashflow property that'd we buy as an investment property instead of a house hack.

They do conduct a background check, credit check, will check cash reserves, and will make sure the borrower is using their funds for business purpose only, but there is less emphasis on the borrower and more on the deal itself. 

Quote from @Tanner Lewis: Hey Chelsea - I'm pretty active on the lending side in the Smokies since it's mainly rural STRs.

I have decided to step into the world of property, curious to see what people here think of contract wholesaling.My main questions are:- Is it difficult to find investors after negotiating a decent assignment deal? 

I specialize in identifying, negotiating, and investing in new construction homes.The main focus of my investment strategy is to negotiate the best possible deals on new homes in growing communities.

“A QOF is an investment vehicle that files either a partnership or corporate federal income tax return and is organized for the purpose of investing in QOZ property.”What are the benefits of buying property in an opportunity zone?

I'm specifically interested in "main street" properties with a downstairs retail space, upstairs apartment(s).If you know of anyone with this sort of experience, I'd REALLY appreciate the connection.