I would make your drop significant enough that it attracts attention.I also recommend really studying the market.

In fact I'd bet the opposite is true as the cheaper houses will have more issues come up in inspection and attract a class of buyer who is more likely to have issues come up with the mortgage. 

Hopefully that attracts more work for the construction company.I have a Facebook page for helping people with their house issues.

Analyze rental demand, vacancy rates, and property appreciation trends.Property Suitability: Choose a property that will be attractive both as a rental and as your future primary residence.

Wholesaling is attractive model but like everything else it take commitment and consistency.  

I admit that the allure of interest-only payment to drive insane profitability from cash flows is attractive; however, I don't see a standard process that the lender follows, but it may just be the affiliate/broker representing them who isn't very formal. 

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If you are not happy in your current role and/or company, there is no shame in pivoting your career into something that attracts you and positions you for long term growth.

The best way to do no-money down deals is to have money as leverage to make the no-money down part more attractive in another way.

I think some of your exit strategies could be to reposition and add some unique features to your rental to attract more renters and potentially drive a higher price, 1031 exchange and move it to a different area or even market.