Low down payment (3.5%) is attractive, but comes with mortgage insurance and might not offer the best rates.

Areas in PG County Maryland or West Virginia, for example, might offer better opportunities for cash flow with a smaller down payment.That said, if you’re willing to hold long-term, Northern VA can be a fantastic place to invest.

With the new commission rules you can stay flexible with an offer of buyer agent commission, rather than having to commit to a certain percentage going to the buyer agent upfront. 

It’s hit and miss, really need to deeply understand what they offer, if they will work for you or against you, whether they sign the lease or you (I prefer me, to reduce that lock jn). 

Owners mistakenly ASSUME all PMCs offer the exact SAME SERVICES and PERFORM those services EXACTLY THE SAME WAY, so price is the only differentiator – so, they often select the first PMC they call or that calls them back!

There's a world of possibilities out there, and each one offers unique benefits.You might find that single-family homes are readily available and could be easier to manage or sell if the need arises.

Found it on Zillow the first day it was listed, and got under contract same day (offered over asking).

I actually work with a great team in LR that offers turnkey and new construction.

It’s a tax office, so I suspect they might be waiting to see how their business performs and the impact of technology before deciding.Thanks in advance for any advice or insights you can offer!

When you go to a Bank or Credit Union, they can only offer you what products that bank or credit union offer.