.): ~$35K (assuming 8%)Total Cost: ~$375K–$385KProjected Profit: $65K–$75K before taxesThat is a decent margin, but this being a two-year project, you need to be sure the market doesn't shift downward, and that you have a buffer for unexpected costs.3.

I'm not too familiar with the markets yet but research I've done suggests that the towns of New Britain, New Haven and Hartford all have a good mix of inventory and low prices coupled with plenty of amenities, night life, cafes, etc and local colleges to bring younger people to the area year after year.

I have found a good market and have built a good team thus far and I'm ready for my first flip.

And for once I bought at the right time in the market 6 years ago.. just my property taxs will save me 1k a month compared to Oregon..

Access to Cash Value: A properly structured permanent life insurance policy (like an IUL or whole life) can build cash value that you can borrow against for property acquisitions, renovations, or even as a safety net during market downturns. 2.

Yes - and even when its out there its typically impossible to qualify (need high rate and high DSCR and typically would have to qualify as a LTR - so almost a unicorn or in a really bad market)

I'm looking for ways to invest in up-and-coming markets in Southern California, such as in San Bernardino County and Riverside County.

@Shane Regnier I've flipped a bunch of houses in Ocala but have yet to dabble in the rental market. 

The way I finally found success was through repetition and then building systems as you repeat to help you scale...

Occasionally I'll see properties coming on the market where the seller has a VA loan with a low interest rate.