A duplex is a great way to start because that renter will help with your monthly out of pocket costs and it's a convenient way to get into real estate investing.

So, this is a tricky one. 

@Dallas Morioka why use your own money when you can do seller financing. 

What else can I do in this case to dispute or to make things easy now that I already renovated the apartment.

Seems almost intentional to push clients to use their online banking platforms.

This approach gives you the opportunity to thoroughly screen potential tenants, ensuring they align with your values and standards.

This would be in central Jersey which is still a hot market as a result of record low inventory.I am planning to do this strategy since I want to put low money down (10%) on a construction loan and achieve a quick build to lower my holding fees. 

Everything paid starting from November 1st is deductible.Now, to the controversy that I mentioned, and ONLY if you really want to go down this rabbit hole.

Hey all, I'm looking to get into real estate investing in the Columbia and Luzerne county areas in PA.

Quote from @Mario MoralesMorales: what if he got a HELOC, used the funds to get a property, then cashout-refi the new property and pay off the heloc?