Of course, lots of testimonials, typical of on-line sales. 

However, this comes with the risk that market conditions or interest rates could change, making refinancing or selling more challenging at that time.On the other hand, a conventional 30-year mortgage offers long-term stability and predictability.

A spreadsheet has its place in your daily operations and tracking efforts, but I highly recommend starting with a software like QuickBooks Online to track your expenses in a more formalized manner.

Checking online reviews and ratings can also provide insight into the reliability and quality of a handyman's work.

I bought a duplex in RWC in 2013 when things were a lot cheaper, and then refinanced when rates were crazy low, so that worked out well but it's a different world now sadly -- otherwise I'd love to rinse and repeat!

She has a great online portal for uploading documents and is happy to help with specific questions.

Alternatively, can I get pre-approved online or with my bank and go from there before shopping between lenders? 

You will also have the ability to refinance the new purchase easily with a delayed purchase refinance (You can price these as a rate and term refinance), if you plan on only refinancing the purchase price + cost of improvements. 

Check out other online guides available here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides3.

So far, I've started using the BRRR strategy to look for more properties and am refinancing two of my rentals, but there have not been any issues with the fact that we live in an RV.I'm curious if any other investors out there have went with this approach to their own personal living situation.