@Lance Hulsey Bit of an old thread but wondering if you ever pulled the trigger?

If you have any other options, suggest those that don't squash your score and don't trigger  red flags to credit reporting agencies.....  

I know I've struggled with actually pulling the trigger.

I've read a million threads where people hint at appreciation and everyone's hair spontaneously combusts and a lot of people start freaking out about not betting on appreciation and invest for cash flow.

Look for Dan's red hair and freckles...

We've toyed with the idea of a fix and flip back home but never pulled the trigger.

We've toyed with the idea of investing in real estate before back in Chicago, but never pulled the trigger.

Ignore the "white haired disabled old lady" emotional noise.

Quiet claim title transfer would trigger an acceleration clause.I plan on contacting the following lenders for conventional financing.

As Jason said - there are a few good REIA groups here in the area that would help you grow your network and learn about the local market - so when you are ready to pull the trigger you have a better idea of the market and maybe even some investment partners to help you get there quicker.