They collect EMD from multiple potential buyers - then transferred the EMD into an interpleader accounts in hopes of absconding with all the EMD. 

We have 2 San Antonio sub2 deals that are turn key homes and only require about $20-25k to close (assignment fee + closing costs).They're a great option!

It will cost you Time, Energy and Focus. 

The forms are online, and it costs $100 per filing. 

I cook my own food, can I bill myself for that and write off all my food costs? 

The overhead to start a company is low, but the cost to scale is high. 

Attend real estate meetups and networking events in your area to connect with potential lenders and other investors.

If it were me, I would like consider refinancing only 1 of the 2 properties now and considering the second later in 2025 or even early 2026 when rates potentially soften.

Most sellers are going to want 20-25% down as it’s going to cost them 10% to sell.

I am actually under contract on a property in Columbus, OH and weighing the pros and cons of self-managing vs. property PM because I cannot seem to find a PM that seems reliable and worth the costs.