I am not there yet, and hope to not have to go that route, but would be good to know all of my options. 

But at a lower rate compared to other cities that are growing. 

Obviously you want to lower expenses while maximizing revenue. 

If I wasn't able to get the cash together, using a private lender would've been a good option.

Now, the older, house-hacked duplex comes on the market as a rental, lowering rental prices as another option available.Someone else moves out of their rent by the room unit, and upgrades to the duplex.

As more people placed more properties in STR inventory, and as more municipalities taxed and regulated the industry, the profitability of the overall industry has reverted to a much more aligned (lower) risk adjusted return.  

Most 1-4 unit real estate investors are using DSCR loans right now for any buy and holds while flippers lean on higher leverage bridge/fix and flip loan options with higher interest rates.

When considering the city option, it's essential to look beyond real estate and also evaluate how it can enhance your personal life.I would be delighted to discuss the Kansas City market.

I am thinking the Pros of the HELOC/HEL are a faster closing, perhaps a cash discount for the purchase, no PMI, lower rate/cheaper closing?

Hello , I’m new in real estate and thinking of buying a property in Pittsburgh, prices are about lower compared to NYC where I leave .