If you’re set on a duplex with minimal rehab, an investor focused agent should have a strong network of contractors who can give you quick quotes, so you don’t wind up with any pricey surprises.

Our website was just OK, our email campaigns were hit and miss, our conference presence was fairly minimal. 

I own a fully paid-off home valued at around $275,000, but that's all I have. my credit is poor, and I’ve had minimal income over the past couple of years, which doesn’t reflect much creditworthiness.

Focus on building a strong local team, researching neighborhoods thoroughly, and considering turnkey properties if you're new to minimize risks.Good luck!

What if A brings downpayment and B will manage it and minimal rennovations are needed.

Ok, that could be as minimal as literally hours per year, like <10 per property.

With a low 4.75% rate but minimal cash flow ($50–$125/month), your equity could likely work harder elsewhere.

However, if you minimize your vacancy exposure, you may find (just like I have witnessed for years) that it is a much easier and more beneficial strategy.

You can't decide which one to choose based on the minimal information you provided.

Not sure if hard money would be the correct route to go for this one or notHey @Scott Allen I generally run the initial underwriting to minimize the developer's equity (@Shayan Sameer) based on the max LTV % or LTARV % that the handful of HMLs that quote me on my deals.