Here’s why lease options are a game-changer:🔹 Low Risk, High Leverage – Instead of buying a property outright, you lease it with the option to purchase later.

The chances that you currently live in a city meeting all these criteria are low.

the company I went with was 12k and performed high quality work.

Try to screen for a higher quality tenant next time.

I currently have around 20k cash for a down payment and that is steadily increasing so I want to pull the trigger soon.I'm interested in Fort Wayne for a few reasons:- I have some family in the area (they won't be involved, but have some general knowledge of the area)- Decent schools- Low crime- Airport- Low pricesAny advice or connections are welcome as I am completely new to this.

You are correct in your assumption that it will impact how low they can go on the down payment, though, b/c commissions will need to be paid out of closing costs. 

Having the contractor relationship in place to move quickly and provide a high quality renovation at a reasonable price.

It's going to be challenging to find another house hack with as low of a monthly payment as you currently have, given the low interest rate.

Thoughtful upgrades and efficient project management made this a successful venture, highlighting the strength of our partnership and commitment to delivering high-quality results.

It is a freehold property, recently renovated from top to toe with high quality, large garden, and kept very clean at all times.