I recognize that I don't know enough to be truly effective in my REI.  

Almost all DSCRs require a personal guarantee, and PG'ing a loan WILL have the exact same effect on your DTI, regardless of whether the DSCR lender reports it on your personal credit report.

(PMI effectively raises your mortgage APR and is no longer a tax deduction on a primary residence.)If you really want to invest, what short-term sacrifices are you willing to make? 

I do not give the code or address out early, for the same reasons others have mentioned.  

IF the defendant has money, it can be very effective. 

Since the property has increased in value due to your rehab efforts, you can often refinance for more than what you originally paid, recovering your initial investment.Repeat: After refinancing, you've effectively used none of your own money, but now have equity in a cash-flowing property.

These areas might provide higher returns due to lower initial property costs combined with tax savings.Rent Control Laws: Be mindful of local rent control or tenant protection laws, which could limit your ability to adjust rental rates or manage your property effectively.7.

Note the address, reach out, and express your interest.Use a direct marketing campaignCraft a personalized direct marketing campaign to reach potential sellers.

Agent just alerted me to the new Maryland HB693 bill that went into effect Oct. 1 2024 limiting security deposits to 1 months rent.

If the renovation is considered a repair—addressing the water leak without substantially improving or upgrading the bathroom—you could potentially deduct it in full for 2023, reducing your taxable income immediately.