(Obviously deals fall thru all the time but knowing a property NEEDS to refi this year is what I’m getting at).

Quote from @Greg Elkins: I address this in my book in detail, but it won't be out until this fall.

If rates fall, you can refinance the 2nd without touching the 1st lien.I wouldn't plan for long-term financing with the Heloc as the draw period will term out at some point.

Going to Spain this fall, realize it’s not Portugal.  

That's my understanding of Prop 19 and that passed under the guise of helping fire victims and senior citizens transfer their low property tax basis to a new property if they moved. 

I start school at Collin College in the fall for real estate, so I’m looking for an on hand experience while I complete my scheduled courses. 

@Marc ShinIf I could, I would invest in Falls Church and Fairfax because I get a steady drip of leads for travelers going there.

I've noticed that the margins for both cash flow and rehab projects are indeed razor-thin, with Cash on Cash Returns often falling below 5 percent and ROI not being particularly attractive either.Given the challenges in the DC market, I'm open to exploring investment opportunities in other areas.

Quote from @Mark F.: All the free rental software, like the one I use, hold the money for 4 to 5 days like you said.

As a DIY’r odds are you will be a victim of fraud.