In theory you should come out ahead in the long run if you use it wisely.

A "heads up" so to say.  

RE is such a local game so knowing the streets and the neighborhoods are very important for your years ahead whether it is to Buy and Hold or to Flip. 

If that is the case, why not ask them how they avoid a conflict of interest because as a client you expect them to show you places that are a good rental; however, if they are also looking to buy those places then you don't want to work with them as they will put their interest ahead of yours (the client).

A DSCR loan is one vehicle for buying your next property but is not that the preferred route if you have a W-2 job (like your profile says).

Great investment getting ahead of the college housing expenses and putting the equivalent rent money to work..If the property is generating income it can be classified as a 'second home.'

If you decide to do this make sure to plan ahead and track the income and expenses separately for each unit since LTR tax treatment is different than STR. 

You were ahead of your time. 2024 and most still haven’t heard of selling equity

If they are doing vehicle storage it is more of Name calling. 

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