You can even learn a lot from leads that don't book with you, if you build report and ask the prospect worthwhile questions.

However, i'll likely be looking at additional ways down the road to be even more secure for a backup what if scenario.  

I'm happy to rent in a C-class area, even though it can take some work to stabilize a property.

My land flippers even more so..

IMO, even at $1.25M, and assuming you can improve occupancy and raise the rents to the low end of the market range (after doing the rehab), I think there's a deal here.

Plus, they provide great opportunities for cash flow, especially if you’re looking to scale and reinvest profits into future properties.If you’d like to connect or chat more about strategies, deals, or even market insights, feel free to reach out.

Would even be happy to meet in person since we are in the same area.

Once you go under contract, (here in Texas) fine a title company that works fast that you can trust, even before the contract is assigned know if they work with wholesalers and how they can help you.

That all makes sense to me but it makes me wonder how can you be "financially free" or even just start building wealth if you are 100's of thousands of dollars in debt at all times.

Even if you only owe $26,000 on the loan, your payment will still be the same.