My EA and I were able to validate that the discounts provided were better than anything we can find on our own and if you think about it: Instead of going directly to CB2, Wayfair, Rejuvenation, West Elm, etc., you can just buy it all in one swoop through Minoan. 

Since costs of living depend on the area of the country, this will also influence hourly rates.Again though, Google AI can provide answers!

And if you join Lowe's Pros, you'll get an additional discount (it's free to join).

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

In addition to being a lender, I am an investor as well so if you want to give me a call so we can discuss your numbers, I'd love to help you out!

Westchester, although one of the hottest markets, has a ton of upside with opportunities for both cash-flow and equity. 2-4 family properties in Westchester are the 2nd most affordable in the NYC Metropolitan area (next to Suffolk County) making it easier to find cashflow opportunities when compared to the boroughs and other suburbs like Nassau.A client of ours in Westchester recently purchased a < $800K 2-family with a detached 3-car garage which brings in additional rental income - from a local business owner with commercial vehicles.

In addition to your down payment, plan for closing costs (around 2-5% of the purchase price) and set aside at least 3-6 months of expenses for repairs, maintenance, and vacancies.

This is a story from my past that provides a perfect example as to why investing in tax liens at auction is so dangerous for any but the most experienced and knowledgable investors20 years ago I purchased a SFR as a long term rental investment that sat on a double lot.  

In addition, you've got your HELOC on your primary you'd have to be paying back also.

This was my second foray into real estate investing, the previous one being through a “full service” turnkey provider.