If you’re concerned about this issue, it might be beneficial to consult with a legal expert familiar with HOA regulations in your area.Any suggestions?

Quote from @Grayson Grzybowski: @Crystal SmithThank you for taking the time to provide your insight on the questions I have asked.For your introductory statement, I understand this is how debt should be used. 1) I have already went out of my way to ask for as high of a limit as I can just to have it on stand by. 2) I am trying to build value into our home to increase the equity faster so I can utilize it as leverage in time. 3) I have already reached out to a lot of different investors and have their terms & conditions at hand. 

He is a self defense expert and he starts the book with this quote.

Thanks in advance for your insights!

I’m here to connect and get some honest insights—not just a sales pitch—so if anyone has tips on properties or areas with good potential for appreciation and tax advantages, please let me know!

Any insight into what’s commonly accepted would be great.Thanks in advance for any tips or experiences you can share.

Let me know if you want more insights on either approach!

@James Kiefer From what I understand Pittsburgh happens to have some decent underlying fundamentals so it may not be a bad place to invest but certainly speak with local experts.

It does seem competitively priced for the area.If anyone has insights into how the existing HELOC might impact the mortgage assumption or tips for negotiating on a deal like this, I’d greatly appreciate it.

I'm looking to purchase a 2-4 unit in northern Illinois, the Freeport area seems to have tons of affordable inventory. Obviously, rents are very cheap there, but it seems I can find MLS listings that match or come clo...