Weekends are more flexible, with about 8-hours of available time.3) House hacking is not an option because my folks moved across the country (in to our same neighborhood) so they could be closer to their grandchildren.

. - Prepayment options have become more flexible. - There are a lot more bridge loans for rental products, different than original conceptions of bridge products.- Lenders want to work only with sponsors/operators they are already comfortable with- Capital is meeting the needs of investors, more flexible

100% Seller Financed deal with a flexible balloon option if the seller were to need the funds in case of emergency.

Credit Unions have some flexibility with their pricing especially if they won't be selling it on the secondary market. 

@Sarah Santa CruzIf you have funds and are liquid to cover repairs etc then I would pay it down as it gives you flexibility and exit strategiesI would not pay down the 3-4% loans as you can invest it and do better but at 7.375% investing to get that return (net) would be historical average so I would say pay it down

That will help you reach your real estate investment journey much faster and give you more flexibility.

My mentor says you can get more cash flow and liquidity with SFH vs Multifamily, since brokers seem to want a certain cap rate on sales accross a geographic area vs when working with SFH sellers, they're more flexible and motivated based on individual needs.What are your thoughts on buying SFH vs Multifamily?

We start by asking about whether the tenant paid timely, kept the unit neat, was cooperative and flexible when the landlord was showing the place to new tenants and kept wear and tear to a minimum.  

Here are some differences between the two to consider: HELOC: It's a flexible, revolving line of credit, allowing you to borrow as needed and pay interest only on the amount you use. 

Bridge, portfolio, foreign national and other specialty loan products.KeyBank, flexible lender, HELOCs on second homes and rental properties. 90% LTV on primary.