If it's maximized by allowing only break even, then that's what they will allow.  

I came to the conclusion that a cash out refi was the way to go even though it won't cash flow great afterwards (it'll still be positive about $200/month).

If thats the case, I am afraid they get delayed or even lost in the mailing.

Quote from @Jimmy Lieu: Quote from @Andrew Syrios: The BRRRR strategy is tough these days (I even wrote an article about it that goes into more detail a little while back: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/beyond-brrrr-taking-advan...)In short, high interest rates as well as labor/material costs makes it hard to buy a property with debt and cash flow. 

If I would have bought a sustained portfolio with multiple units rather than starting with a single purchase I truly believe I would have lost a lot of money while my systems flailed rapidly attempting to catch up. 

Good advice above^^^ And why even bother with a background check, Lol, you already know he's a convicted Felon....

Even if the data is from 2022 let's say, its good enough for planning. 

.🔥 #1: Real Estate is About to Explode AgainTrump is a real estate guy—he’s going to bring back policies that favor investors.I’m calling it now: 100% Bonus Depreciation is coming back—and it’ll be retroactive.That means massive tax write-offs for real estate investors, making syndications, funds, and commercial properties even more attractive.Trump will push for more Opportunity Zones, making it easier to defer and reduce capital gains taxes by investing in real estate.Lower regulation = Easier development, faster approvals, and more investor-friendly lending.💰 What am I doing?

The common mistake here is that not ALL your equity is borrowable on a property and even more so on a investment property then an owner occupied property. 

Consider connecting with local REI meetups, hospitality groups, or even online forums like this one to find like-minded investors.You could also pitch your successful track record to potential equity partners.