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Then I expect more stabilization in pricing and less concessions as the market will tighten as we get a 2nd rate cut in Q1 of 2025.

He needs to be a manager, organizer, motivator, and educated in the trades and he has to give a you know what about the finished product of your job. 

There are value add products for multi-family 5-20 units that do not use DTI to qualify.

That takes my time most nights, and weekends to receive/pack/ship those products but is super flexible with time.On top of that, I self manage 6 of my own rentals, the cash flow pays for my current mortgage and repairs so it makes living in my primary house free.Experience now:My wife and I have 6 rental homes locally, all rented, all cashflow.

You could always slip a 6 x 1 metal drip edge under the first row of shingles before you roll on the sealant.But yes, if you want the ultimate, and longest lasting product, metal is your way to go.I would not use a handyman for a job like this though.

But looking for the right deal once I’ve stabilized in a few months.

Thank you for the fast reply.I am leaning towards it might be a bit risky to assume a refinance as an exit strategy if you are in a deal with a lot of equity tied up.Definitely Valdut, its always good to know all options and pick the option which allows for the best execution is speed, pricing, terms, and the right product for the given situation (rehab, acquisition, long term cashflow, construction, or interim, bridge, etc). 

So, you would most likely not refinance the loan after the property is stabilized.