Look for manufacturers that can customize designs to include commercial space.Pole barn homes: Popular in rural areas, these can be an affordable option for a combined home/business structure.Location considerations:Zoning: Look for areas zoned for mixed-use or that allow home-based businesses.

There is no way I can afford to put that much down for every offer.

@Christian PenaHouse hacking in New Jersey, near NYC, offers affordable alternatives and high demand for rentals.

Quote from @Audrey Scott: I understand how frustrating this must be.

It’s frustrating losing out to those that do, but remember that they may be buying expensive future headaches along with the house.

The state’s housing is also ranked as the fourth most affordable in the country.Alabama currently has the second-lowest average property tax rate in the country at 0.4%, which helps investors keep more of the money they earn.

So I basically buy move in ready deals that fell through on financing, frustrated seller, make them a quick no-contingency offer and close at their original date (or close to) - best I can do right now.

Talk to a bank so you know what you can afford. 

The biggest thing that frustrates me most about the guru's is how most are not transparent about all things notes, yet they send post after post on LinkedIn or FB wanting you to watch a Podcast or something else about how much money they made on notes to get you sucked into their web. 

Financial FeasibilityBudget & Financing: Know how much you can afford, and get pre-approved for a mortgage.