That’s okay—what’s important is understanding the "why" behind your investment decisions.While your accountant’s suggestion is a great starting point, make sure investing aligns with your own goals and situation—not just because someone else is enthusiastic about a particular strategy.

I’m looking to expand my portfolio more quickly and am particularly interested in trying seller financing as a strategy.

And finding a home that needs a good renovation and mixing it with these other strategies really helps.As far as areas go, easier to cashflow on the outer suburbs of Raleigh and on the Durham side of the triangle.

However, part of our strategy is to build a property management company that specializes in working with subsidized housing programs.

Does this strategy utilizing HELOC really work on saving money and paying off mortgages much quicker?  

Buying in your backyard eliminates so much for you.What strategy do want to follow?   

With $50k, you likely have enough to get started, especially if you target lower-cost markets or use a strategy like house hacking.

In my experience, a property with multiple cottages and outbuildings can provide all kinds of creative strategies...some folks try short-term rentals or even specialized retreats if local regulations allow.

Look at their marketing strategy.

See if you can do an SBA loan at 10% versus a commercial loan at 25% downpayment.As far as investors:3.