Oh Man in real estate investing this is so much more common than one would even have a clue about.

It covered the entire mortgage and all the utilities.

That is probably the most common case here.

Here are a few specific questions I have:Challenges to Be Aware Of: What are the common challenges faced when fixing and flipping properties in Oakland?

What are you guys commonly seeing get dinged for repairs or updates?

Hi Rene, the programs that I often utilize for clients are capping cash-out refinances at 75% LTV and rate/term refinances at 80% LTV.

You could also utilize a P&L loan from your business income or a bank statement loan.

-Administrative Burden: Managing substantial services may require more administrative work and potentially higher costs in terms of time and resources.Some investors do use creative strategies to maximize tax benefits, but this particular approach of converting long-term rentals into an active business reported on Schedule C while providing substantial services is less common.

This will get you experience in remodels and much lower down side than a normal flip because you are literally living in the house (so you know exactly what is going on and 0 travel time) and you are utilizing a low down payment, low rate program like a VA loan.

Well, first, there are two types of "investment clubs" (and it sounds like you may not realize this).The first (and unfortunately most common) is basically a thinly disguised way for a sponsor or sponsor affiliate to advertise and push their own deals on investors.