I myself am also trying to learn more about seller financing and you seem to be well educated so just what I wondered about your proposition!

Wondering if it will be a waste in fees paid to either HELOC or Cashout Refi because there may be a possibility of having to sell to get the primary residence we want next year and end up paying Realtor fees to sell it. 

I wonder if the disciplined, long-term play is better than having the cash now.

I wonder what would have happened if you just used a friend/family members US mailing address.

Also, I've always wondered why arbitragers don't negotiate an option to buy upfront?

Just wondering if anyone had a property management company they used and liked in the MSP area?

This quote is from Better Mortgage, but I'm wondering if anyone has suggestions for other lenders who might offer better rates.I did explore a construction loan, but unfortunately, it didn't work out because the lenders said this is my first time constructing, and they were hesitant to move forward.Once everything is said and done, the total cost of the property will be $210K.

If you're unwilling to charge a common fee, I wonder how you're going to handle a problematic tenant who is late on rent or responsible for paying the plumber to remove a kid's underwear from a clogged toilet.How will you conduct a credit/criminal screening without an electronic application?

I’m trying to familiarize myself with the area more thoroughly.it seems to have a stable increase in prices.Since I plan to live in the property initially, breaking even in the first year is my main goal. (5% down; PMI removed with renovation)However, I’m also wondering if it’s feasible to have some cash flow from such rentals, or if the risk of vacancy is high in this market.Any guidance or pointers from those experienced in this area would be greatly appreciated!

A straightforward way to estimate value is by looking at the price per square foot and using that to calculate your property's worth.In situations like this, it's worth spending a couple of hours yourself to get a solid understanding of the market.