I typically get multiple applications at my first open house charging top of market price.  

MTRs often have lower management demands compared to platforms like Airbnb while still generating higher returns than long-term rentals.

I would get a couple of other opinions on the quotes that are coming in and what you are being charged.

I haven't seen prices drop too dramatically but I have seen homes in my buy box sitting on the market longer and some lowering prices. 

Should I wait for Spring for greater inventory, or for lower rates to see if cashflow improves?

Budget Wisely:Make sure your budget accounts for the purchase price, the cost of the renovations, and any additional charges involved in flipping a house.

Covering the mortgage isn’t an issue, but I’m considering factors like: Multi-Family: House hacking would help offset costs right away, but I’d likely need to put money into renovations upfront.Single-Family: Easier move-in with no immediate renovations needed, plus potentially lower tenant turnover once I rent it out For those who have been in a similar situation, what did you choose and why?

In my area, they charge transfer tax on the assessed value rather than the LOW sale price.

Factoring market conditions at the time of refinance, I negotiated a lower rate and conceded a lower term anticipating rates to normalize in the 4%-5% range by 2026.

Minoan does charge you once they put in the order, so it is not for free.