any simple alternate solutions you can think of?

I am disappointed because I was seriously considering the protege program after seeing how simple, straightforward and educational his ad-free Youtube videos were. 

@Steve CribbExcuses don’t matter - you no pay you no stay.It’s that simple

Create a simple spreadsheet or written list to compare the features of each and identify the ones that align with your requirements.

First, everyone should get this simple thing straight.There is a huge difference between a lead and a prospect.A prospect is what YOU think may BECOME a lead.

Financing allows you to diversify and potentially capture more opportunities within the real estate market or other investment avenues.That said, it’s crucial to do thorough due diligence and understand the terms of any financing you consider.

The bank will love to collect the interest payments on it and you'll love the profit.What you're describing is a simple interest rate arbitrage in an idealistic situation that "works" until it doesn't.

Yes, as above, pretty simple on total costs and CV...make sure you condo or townhome it.

@Shari Azama- thanks   1) if you are  interested in buying more properties - consider getting pre approved to make sure you can obtain financing that you might need   2) working  for a  family owned  business  may be an issue so getting pre approved will help address this  3) best  and most simple way to escalate paying down the loan is to try to make one extra payment per yr  4) if considering moving and  renting out the condo in the future - check with your HOA to make sure the  unit can become a  rental unit  ( some complexes dont allow this ) - thanks 

I feel like I can write a book about it, but will try to keep it as simple as possible.Little Intro of myself: Late 30’s, Full time W2 Lawyer in NYC.