However, many DSCR lenders have a minimum loan amount of $100K, which can make it challenging for investors to secure financing for lower-priced properties. 

What are your thoughts on its potential to deliver financial freedom quickly compared to traditional real estate investments?

The best thing to get started is building your team - a lender and a RE agent who know the Duluth market!

So they used the actual rented data of these companies to compare what rentals should go for in your market.

Get an estimate from a GC to get a good idea of what is required.Market Comparables: Check what similar-sized homes with finished basements or additional bedrooms are appraising for in your area.

I am wanting to get more into the flipping side since I have leverage and can do the rehab at a fraction of the price compared to somebody else.

I am looking into the lender info.  

Also, I am assuming since you house hacked that you only did 5% down, which then increases your mortgage payments compared to 25% down buyers.

What was the quality like compared to local options?

Hello , I’m new in real estate and thinking of buying a property in Pittsburgh, prices are about lower compared to NYC where I leave .