Instead, keep the property in your name or transfer it to an LLC for liability protection.Since you’ve lived in the home for at least 2 of the last 5 years, selling now could qualify for a capital gains exclusion of up to $500K (MFJ) or $250K (single).

The last 5 deals I bought were all basically move in ready, bought only at a slight discount after deals fell through. 

I still have plenty time left saving but when the time comes I’ll either be looking into conventional  loans, or some type of remodel loan to pay for the repairs of the property I am looking to fix up, because as far as I’ve seen so far it’s hard to find a good deal starting out unless you buy it as discounted as possible and put some sweat equity into it, let me know your thoughts on that ur possible.

We’re seeing investors adjust their acquisition number and buy at deeper discounts to account for higher financing costs.

For what it's worth, we offered our homes at a discounted rate for a former guest who was looking for a place to stay. 

So the best solution is to buy a house needing extensive renovation for cheap and use that discount to change the layout when you bring it up to living standards. 

I am thinking the Pros of the HELOC/HEL are a faster closing, perhaps a cash discount for the purchase, no PMI, lower rate/cheaper closing?

He said that the insurance company gave him a discount because the materials are less susceptible to fire than common materials used like asphalt shingles and stucco.  

If get somebody inexperienced at a discount, you are taking a chance. 

Some lenders offer discounts to return borrowers so maybe look into both flip and DSCR rates when finding a lender.