There are tons of great meetups in your area, I try to hit one up at least once a week

Terms are the same as a DSCR loan and you don’t take a hit in pricing for a refi cash out when done as a “Delayed” financing. 

It should tell you what's really behind the curtains-- a nice little hit.

- Landlords: Are these costs hitting you as hard as the article suggests?

Well @Sam McCormack, @Russell Brazil hit nail square on the head for impact in my team. 

I have been investor for 30 years here and i saw a portfolio of 4 families that just hit the market please reach out if you would like more info on them! 

You may need to play around with that number, but my budgets always hit NOI within a few percentage points using the 5-10% maintenance allowance (provided someone is actively managing maintenance) Reach out if you have any questions - I'm happy to give my input! 

With your drive and determination you likely wouldn't throw in the towel even if it got really tough, but why not have the first one be a hit and be smooth and you love it and are excited to do more deals. 

Good luck in your real estate journeyIt is not easy, but you can succeed over time if you are dedicated and consistent.Don't expect to become wealthy overnight; it takes timePick one strategy like wholesaling and learn as much as you can by reading, networking, and taking real action; without action, there are no results, and without results, you cannot make moneyTake the knowledge and apply it fast, otherwise you will hit analysis paralysis and 3 years later you have not done anything. 

However, you do want to make sure the deal has legs to stand on to actually hit the pref.