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Low salary, low on funds, low on knowledge.

I agree that 20k cost estimate is low.

Rates and market conditions don't matter, if your house is not selling in a time when there is low inventory, you are overpriced.

When choosing the right market, it’s important to decide whether you’re focused on cash flow or appreciation.

I am based in Texas and I understand that there is a lot of affordable duplexes in Westmoreland County for a low as $90,000 on Zillow.If you are looking to House Hack like @Madison Stoner  I recommend you interview some local Investor Minded Real Estate Agent and hire the one you feel most comfortable with.

So we went directly to Lowe’s, who provided a receipt for microwave, installation, taxes, etc. totaling about $530.

However, rates did rise back up from the recent low of 6.08%.The inventory was 38.3% higher than this time last year and is increasing month over month.

If you do a cash out refinance, you may be in the high 6s or low 7s. 

If prices are high and supply is low, it may be worth taking on a major battle.Jon