I think it depends a lot on area and price point with $7k monthly rents I rarely spent more then $3-4k a year on cap/ex/maint.

Depending on the state, up to 80% LTV is possible.

You don’t want your lender to go out of business while still holding your construction escrow funds.Can you provide me with the contact info of some recent borrowers?

There are also a large number of accountants we work with who say that as long as it is done at arms length as a business like transaction then they are fine with it. 

@Michael Quarles I can honestly say that I've never gotten any solid business from postcards.

All depending on perspective.I would take it with a big grain of salt, I think Opendoor is trying to drum up interest, given how many properties, they and other institutional buyers, are having on the market (e.g.

So, get busy on your listings. 

Depending on the market you invest in, you may have enough to go all cash on the first deal and refinance to put money in the second deal. 

Comparing real estate to the stock market really depends on your needs.

Depends on their health and any desire they may have to simplify.