However, some investors are fine with this strategy if they prefer to minimize their upfront investment and plan to refinance in a few years, especially with potential interest rate cuts from the Fed this year.At the end of the day, it’s all about investing in a growing market, selecting a solid neighborhood, and building a strong team to support you.

But it sounds like you should also balance your decision on what fits you and your families preference and style since you will be using it personally. 2.

Besides that, just wanted to chime in real quick - I'd highly check in with a CPA and I am no tax expert, so wanted to preference that.

Market isn't that important, but I prefer southern states.

For the property I purchase, I’d like to keep my monthly mortgage payments at $2,000 or less.I prefer a turn-key property since this is my first rental, and I want to start generating monthly cash flow immediately without the delay of repairs or managing two mortgages.

It will depend on your preferences and how well you think you will tolerate having a room mate as you approach a new life with your partner.

And all the deals I do the exit on a fully rehabbed home that I fund and pay for the rehab etc for my clients. is basically 250 and under .. there is not an issue with affordability in much of the US the issue is buyers preferences.

The proper answer is "it depends" I don't know anything about your case.I do prefer simple over unnecessary complexity.

Get a Quit claim or Special Warranty deed from the seller to you, (Preferable a Special Warranty Deed or equivalent)5.

We would prefer to have properties in our neighborhood so we can manage them ourselves.