Since you’re already in the LTR space and looking to grow, have you considered leveraging your commercial expertise to explore multifamily properties?

However, I’m open to exploring opportunities in other cities or markets if the numbers make sense and align with my investment goals.If you know of any deals or markets worth considering or maybe even a deal lines up, I would love to know of it!

If you do have enough other income then you dont even need to lease out this property to start your refinance.However if you dont have enough income to qualify with no rental income offset then yes you will need to obtain your lease(s) and security deposit + 1st months rents deposited before you can utilize 75% of this gross income - your monthly PITIA payment (in terms of qualification on this property refinance.So all in all Id make sure what your current debt to income position is first of all (DTI) and then strategize to see if you even need the leases at all.

I am just starting out and have 1 STR.Would love hear the pros/cons that you took into consideration when deciding how you want to manage your STR.

If you don't own a primary residence I'd start there.

Hello Frank, I think house hacking a small multifamily property that you buy with a low downpayment is one o the best and lowest risk strategies that you can get started with.

Now she's starting her own Interior Design business and has become entrepreneurial.

Start by networking through local meetups, REIA groups, and online communities like BiggerPockets to connect with experienced investors.

Hello Fellow Investors,
I have an investment property in Wheeling, IL and I'm interested in performing a Cash-Out Refi. Do we have trusted advisors, brokers or community bankers within this platform who would like to...

I would suggest starting with what types of investments you would like to get into and goals.