Hi Shayan,It definitely doesn't hurt to get another quote from a different GC for sanity check.DSCR loans won't work if the property is not rental condition and it won't fund any of your rehab budget.

Prioritize deals that offer steady long-term returns over ones that seem too good to be true.DSCR Loans for Growth:Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) loans can be a game-changer for investors who want to scale.

To maximize your investment, use financing options like FHA or conventional loans, analyze deals based on cash flow and cap rates, and network with local investors through REI meetups and BiggerPockets.Good luck!

Traditional bank loans can be slow and have strict requirements, while hard money and private lending seem to offer more flexibility.For those who’ve secured funding before, what’s been your experience?

Financing and Exit Strategies MatterMany house hackers use FHA or low-down-payment conventional loans.

There is a reason banks don't make loans on stocks.

What really matters is how long you think you will have this loan. 

While it provides opportunities for buyers who may not qualify for traditional loans, it's important to ensure affordability and long-term sustainability.

And a lot of start-up companies are migrating to this city as well because of the OSU campus that has thousands of talented students graduating and looking for positions locally.Everything that’s going on here in Columbus is attracting investors and other businesses from all over.

@Enrique Toledo  If the seller is firm at 10% down, you can always get a personal loan for that 10%.