There are several attractive fixed rate second position cash out options, many with online processes and no appraisal requirements (smaller balances and low LTV's) and fully underwritten options offering up to $500k+ cash out at Prime rate plus 1-2-3% depending on the properties type.

My wife is a soft-spoken 5'2" asian lady. 

My last trip out I went by some of the product and while the area is really cool I think quite attractive the lots very large and the homes pretty large.. the build quality for 900 to 1.3 or so was just about what we would see for starter production stuff out our way..

I've been looking around in NYC and those rent-stabilized properties seem pretty attractive, but my realtor friend is telling me that they're not worthy of investment due to the headache with tenants and the renewal process. 

I later attended their high school graduation, yelled louder than anyone there :) They are now married with a baby.The second lady had a friend call instead of her to recommend her friend.

I have a 3 flat in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL that I am planning to list for sale in the next 3-6 months.Currently owner occupied in 1 unit (Duplex up, 3 bed 3 bath).The other 2 units (2 bed 1 bath each) are rented.I am wondering if it is more attractive to buyers to leave the 3 bed 3 bath unit vacant when I move out, or should I place a tenant in there and then list for sale?

The flexibility of live-work spaces may be particularly attractive in the current market.

We always push for vacant possession although once I regretted it as the little old lady had nowhere to go with her yappy little dog.

Waterfront homes, particularly those with Gulf access, can command higher prices and potentially higher returns on investment.3) Tourism and Vacation Rentals: Cape Coral's proximity to popular tourist destinations like Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel Island makes it attractive for vacation rentals, especially during peak tourist seasons.4) Affordability: Compared to other coastal areas in Florida, Cape Coral offers relatively affordable real estate options.

Rates and terms will be more attractive with verifiable income.