Don't have any experience with hard money but my assumption is that they would not be keen to go very high on the CLTV of an investment property when pulling equity out.Appreciate any thoughts.Single FamilyValue: $300k1st mortgage amount: $175,0001st mortgage rate: 4.25%1st mortgage term: 30 year fixed

Oh well, if you only WANT to put down 3.5%, you're probably going to be forced to compromise your wished-for lifestyle anyway, given that you're keen on it being a great INVESTMENT. eg.

When I mentioned I was looking for another lot to build a custom home in 3-5 years (rental in the interim) she did not seem too keen on the disruption this could cause young children (the same neighborhood and school no less).

Some that I have stumbled on and a few notes regarding each:- Smart-vents (Keen, Flair, Ecovent): The issue with these, is it seems as though they only open and close the vents based on the temperature.

A keen eye on emerging housing projects and commercial hubs here could provide you with early insights and lucrative opportunities.

If you are keen to own and rent out a large new-build SFH, then you may want to consider building one yourself on a parcel that is not tied to any HOA or subdivision.

Hi @Noah McPherson, keen question here!

As a real estate agent, I often collaborate with new investors, especially those keen on pursuing a buy-and-hold investment strategy.

Option #1 - This is a really big tax bill to swallow, and if you're keen on possibly reinvesting then this should only be a last resort. 

I have properties in Niagara, NY and have been with Cleaner Estates (aka Keith Keene) since purchase.