So many better options. 

There are several options for skip tracing to find phone numbers and email addresses.

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With countless loan options, complex terms, and strict lending criteria, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.

I met with Wicked Smart today and was told they help you set up a lead sourcing system, help you structure creative financing - which is essentially lease option/purchase, subject to and owner financing....all strategies I am interested in learning more about.

Gas or electric would be a much better option, safety wise, from a house fire standpoint, CO danger, or danger to children or pets from the open flames. 

@James Tobin  yes FHA will be a very low downpayment option for you.

Many opt for other investing methods in their SDIRA like private lending, crypto, private equity...anything except collectibles and life insurance.Note that a Solo 401k is exempt from UBIT on leveraged real estate so if you have self employment activity and no full time employees save for you and your spouse you should consider the Solo K as an option. 

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Another option could be a home equity line of credit (HELOC) if you have enough equity in your primary or second home.