We look at lenders (so long as they lend in the asset class you are considering) as an additional line of due diligence (they deeply care about their money and they are likely more sophisticated than you are).

I'm Renee and I am a real estate investor and agent in greater Long Island NY area.

The model opens a pool of possibilities for owners who are prepared to hold and manage the property long-term.

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And, appreciation is always a nice bonus.I assume a long term hold is your plan.

I’m a first-timer, so bear with me if I sound a little clueless – I’m still figuring it all out.Here’s the scoop: I’m looking to purchase a long-term rental property within the $300-350k budget range.

I read this as someone using a short-term lens to focus on a long-term issue. 

Be mindful of short-term capital gains tax, as profits from flips held for less than a year are taxed as ordinary income, and frequent flipping may result in self-employment taxes.While profits from flips do not qualify for 1031 exchanges (since flips are considered inventory, not investment properties), you can minimize your tax burden by deducting allowable expenses like renovation costs, loan interest, and holding expenses.If you're considering diversifying into rentals, explore opportunities to benefit from long-term tax advantages such as depreciation and lower long-term capital gains rates.

They are all on separate parcels, paid off and occupied by long term tenants.

I'm looking at it long term and will not need the equity anytime soon.