It should be from someone who uses that person.

@Grant Shipman Great stuff, I'm a big fan of co-living/rent by room strategy, and I do it here locally in Denver metro, and it is the best strategy in today's market for any house hacker to live for free or make money while living there, but they have to sacrifice personal space.

Would it be worth exploring the possibility of partnering with an investor somehow to help with funding?

Trying to save $$ so I can prepare emergency funds in case of any major repairs etc .

They seem to be a reputable company, but nothing beats personal testimonies!

My plan was to keep the condo as my residence, but after a year, refinance to fund a down payment on a multi-family property, either out of state or in the surrounding NY area.

I personally would sell it.Your return from real estate is two items - Cash Flow + Appreciation.What is the annual rate of appreciation you are getting, approximately?

@Laurens Van swol a few banks that we've worked with in the past allow you to close in your personal name.

How do y'all find your clients in need of this type of funding?

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