If in theory this project is brand new with separate meters, intact plumbing, electrical boxes etc. still only 2 unit building, should the process be straight forward?

Also for Pro can we keyword search the forums?

Trying doing the keyword search on BP. https://www.getrefm.com/ - has some great software and spreadsheets.

If the flip property is purchased with this cash, you would have to work out between the two of you who is going on title to the new house.You also have the option of borrowing just the down payment against his house, and then financing the remainder of the purchase price against the new house, although that would be less straightforward than just taking out one loan.Keep in mind a lot of lenders cap the amount of cash out you can get at $500,000 or $750,000, but there are lenders that will go to $1 million and even more than $1 million.

Here are some recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meetSet up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsRead Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingCheck out BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/If you wish to tag someone in the conversation on the forum, type @ followed by their name and then select the name of that person which should appear below the comments box.

Pretty straightforward.

Here are some recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meetSet up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsRead Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingIf you wish to tag someone in the conversation on the forum, type @ followed by their name and then select the name of that person which should appear below the comments box.

In addition to the podcasts, set up keyword alerts for areas and topics that you're interested in.

Hey Loretta,I'd suggest setting up keyword searches and looking through BP forum posts that mention your area(s) of interest.

Here are some recommendations for you:Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsRead Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingCheck out BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/If you wish to tag someone in the conversation on the forum, type @ followed by their name and then select the name of that person which should appear below the comments box.