They will fund 80-90% of purchase and 80-90% of renovation but not one or the other if that makes sense. they want skin in the game from both sides (acquisition) and renovation. 

House hacking means you can use low-down-payment loans (FHA/VA/Conventional) to keep more cash on hand.Network with Investor-Friendly Agents – A good agent who understands house hacking & multi-family investing is a game-changer.

REI is a long game, but, in my opinion it is the best way to build wealth.I would start by narrowing down your market. 

It’s definitely a street-by-street game in many areas

Real estate is a wealthy persons game. 

Some/many lenders don't like a 2nd mortgage behind their first (like the skin in the game), however there are both bridge or permanent financing options out there allowing you to leverage anywhere from 90% CLTV - 100% CLTV, but don't expect good terms...

You are ahead of the game. 

As the saying goes, “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right.”That being said, there are definitely creative ways to get into the game.

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.

New to the game so really trying to find a deal that will put me in a position I don’t regret.