Look to other members suggestions and, definitely interview your Realtor choices before going headlong into an agreement.

I guess I’ll have no choice but to use dscr 

This can be very expensive and is usually the worst choice because you can't justify the cost.2.

You don’t really have a choice.

However, this information is beneficial to the rest of the BiggerPockets members. 

In the end, it is viewer’s choice to follow what they think is more reasonable.

HELOC: A cash-out refinance could be more beneficial if you're looking for a lump sum to purchase the new property outright, particularly because interest rates may be lower than a HELOC.

It is a career choice. 2.

2) For Fund 2 investors, would it be beneficial for Ashcroft to sell the buildings now so we can recoup some of our investment instead of the fund losing $580k/year, buying more rate caps, and having a capital call?

If I have to buy a last-minute ticket or spend $1,000 or so for notarized signatures at a consulate, then it has a significant effect on my choices.