Your mortgage has nothing to do with your taxes.Here is a very rough starting point, however the actual calculation will involve more details:1.

The issue with watering your foundation is that you have to do it always, every year without a break in order to achieve the desired effect.

I dont believe so but am not an expert on the topic - I do know that in Texas at least, it is marketed for owner occupants first and then after a certain time period they allow investors to put offers in. 

Or I would do a cluster of them on separate parcels or investment.

Surround yourself with knowledgeable professionals who can support your real estate endeavors.

The main question I keep getting asked is if I’ll do it again.

Consider doing this personally or using an LLC.

Don't disqualify yourself without talking to an expert. 

Hey Mike, always nice to see attorneys who get into the investment game themselves, and great to hear about what you're doing.

However, after talking to some loan professionals, it seems that there are always origination fees, appraisal fees etc.My question is, what fees should I expect to pay when opening up my first HELOC.