@Marc Shin We're funding cash out refis for a lot of our most experience BRRRR clients right around day 91 (to pass 90 days of title seasoning) where we get the process started (appraisal, title, application, etc) around day 60  (plus or minus) when they have the place fully renovated and at least listed for rent (we'll use appraisers opinion of market rent to calculate DSCR). 

Today's interest rates are more difficult to do deals but people also did deals at 6-8 or 10+ percent interest in the 90s and for decades prior.

Buying tax efficient assets like RE in retirement in not very tax efficient strategy.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

I can't imagine how difficult that is for you and your family.

It's also going to be difficult to cash flow in most markets if you ARE able to put down 5% but if cash flow isn't your goal, then that's irrelevant.

@Tyler Gates, @Kyle Luman, The QI should not be doing anything for the client other than the 1031 exchange itself. 

While the 1% rule might be difficult to achieve, appreciation and a livable flip might make sense for your goals.Greenville SC: This market has seen significant appreciation and demand over the last few years.

There is a severe shortage of home to rent in north OC, when one of our client's homes come up for rent, it is a feeding frenzy.

@Ella VolneyTypically, you can only find a lender in the country where the property is located and, if you're not a resident there, it will be more difficult if not impossible, depending on the country.When it comes to investors, they need to be open to the idea and then you need to have opportunities that fit within their right risk/return profile.

Here’s why and what alternatives might exist:Real Estate Syndication or Fund: Invest in funds that generate passive rental income, which can offset Schedule E losses.Real Estate Professional (REPS): Qualify for REPS to reclassify rental losses as non-passive, allowing them to offset active income.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.