Tell us how you really feel about subject to financing LOL. 

Let's say you paid $250k for it, and it's now market value $500k.

Feel free to dm me if you want a 3rd opinion on your home. 

You do not need equity to conduct a value add or get construction financing.

This community will offer you so much value - don't be afraid to drop your questions here or reach out to any of the folks above directly.

I second all that has been said above - all of those folks referenced have been really helpful to me and have added lots of value to so many BP community members, especially in our local marketplace.

But, you can go up to 65% loan to value with no reserves, or up to 80% loan to value if you have 12 months payments already in the bank (12 months reserves_.

I have built enough capital to feel comfortable investing heavily and am interested in either a flip, small multi family, or commercial.

You’re right about the value of leveraging equity strategically. 

However, if you feel you need their input earlier, you could offer to pay for their visit to walk the property with you pre-inspection.