I realize this post is a bit old, but wondering if we could connect further?

While there are fewer native Austinites left, if you find them—especially older residents—they can be an invaluable resource for inside information.Get involved locally: Once the tourists and college students leave for summer or holidays, you’ll realize Austin is still a small town at heart.

But there's something else that many people don't realize: these loans  "constant recast" during the interest-only period.For example, if I make an extra $400 payment one month, my interest-only payment will decrease the following month.

Realize that if it is truly an investment property there are limitations on how often you can use it not to trip into mixed use tax implications.

I realize different markets/ schools but I’d imagine they’re all looking at the same time.

However, as I've been tracking new listings in this area and running the numbers on them, I have realized this strategy has either gotten too much attention in the last few years or the supply just isn't there any more.

It has 3 units, an additional dwelling unit in the garden level, and 2 garage parking spaces (which I've come to realize are quite valuable where the property is). 

I think my line of thought is correct.2nd and very few investors realize this.. but lets say you have a wholesale deal and your buying it for 100k and the wholesalers contract is 50k and there is a 50k assignment fee..

Syndicators do this because most passive investors are not sophisticated enough to realize the "security" of the preferred return means they usually are giving up the potential for massive returns if the deal does well.This next comment would apply for all syndication.  

I just think it is important for consumers to realize that they cannot use Handymen for everything (of course depending on their state as you say).And yes, better to jump in and get going.