This way I'm not exhausting all my money on a down payment for one house, in the event another home comes along after this one I want to be able to have the funds to pursue it.With that being said, I'm wondering the best alternatives to conventional loans that'll require 20% down.

Wallpaper removal, carpet removal, refinish original hardwoods, etcBedrooms - new drywall, paint, trim, carpetBathroom - gutted and added new everything with vinyl plank floors, shower niche, recessed lights, exhaust fanKitchen - refinished original cabinetry, added new cabinetry, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, open shelving What was the outcome?

Knowing your timeframe for acquiring the property will help you stay on track with the rest of the process.While this is not an exhaustive checklist, if you have these six areas planned out in advance, you will be in a great position to get through your first investment property purchase without any major surprises.

Found the property after an exhaustive search in Loopnet and searching demographics throughout the country.

It failed because the electrician did not wire the bathroom exhaust fans or have an exit sign on the main entrance. 

He has exhausted all his family and friends for cash and you hold the last bit to make a deal.

When I was chasing deals myself locally, and exhausted everything else, I’d go to their houseBought an 8 unit in 3rd ward that way.

Maybe you should exhaust the other "means of protection" and get some serious equity in your treasure chest before getting fancy with asset protection entities?

I'm purchasing a new build in Simpsonville, SC after an exhausted search of available properties and this will be my primary residence for some time to come.

We both have a few contacts in lending but I want to make sure we exhaust our options!