You haven't shared all the numbers, but if that 2nd position note could be at 70% LTV and below and with a shorter say 12 month duration then it's comparatively low risk as opposed to 100% financing for a purchase.

Any recommendations for reliable companies would be greatly appreciated.

Hello everyone,I’m currently exploring opportunities in new construction projects in North and South Carolina and would greatly appreciate any insights or resources you might be able to share.Specifically, I’m interested in:Key areas with high demand for new constructionBest practices for navigating local regulations and permitting processesRecommendations for reliable contractors and suppliers in the regionAny recent market trends or data that could inform my investment strategyThank you in advance for your assistance.

up to Lake and mendocino Counties.for central valley I think less crime north of Sacramento compared to stockton and Fresno.Willliams  .. 

Hey Clint,Finding a reliable lender has been critical to my success in funding flips. 

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Many thanks in advance,Victor Talking with my friends contractors in the area... some of this contractor offered very low price for their projects betting to build many units and market changed and they simply started to file bankruptcy... when comparing cost it's common you will find higher costs ... been in this market last few years, houses will start to move again in the next months in a normal cycle (not pandemic cycle) , if you're goal is getting long term rental in place for delay gratification...

And if that is the case, then I think moving into a duplex would be a good ideaIt looks like you have pretty good income, coming in compared to your expenses, so I would say open up a HELOC on your home in order to access some of the equity that you have in your home.If your home appraises at 360k and you own around 160k then you could likely get a loan for around 130k.

I still think the price to rent ratio is very useful when comparing 2-4 unit properties though. 

Make a table and compare, as interest rates and years of fixed vs variable rates will be all over the place.