.* Receipts and Expenses: Once I brought to Jenny's attention that we were 20k above budget, she refused for days to give me the receipts, saying that I needed to give her my credit card statement first.

You'd be saving around $7k, if you stick to your budget of paying back the full 10k within a year!

Forgot the @ in the link, it should be youtube.com/@brady_morgan (sorry still kinda new to social media stuff, I dont use it much).Do you have a construction budget / schedule template you could share? 

You will need an additional $300-500/month budget for capex.

I have lenders that can fund in just a few days and are willing to finance up to 90% of the purchase price and up to 100% of the rehab budget, even for first time investors.

His IG videos are low-budget and I have seen grade schoolers make better vids. 

Small upgrades or re-leasing to market rents could boost your cash flow and provide additional funds for your San Diego purchase.If you'd like, I can connect you with a lender or help you explore potential properties in your preferred areas to see what’s realistic within your budget.

I will consider taking this route though especially if I can’t find a duplex in my budget. 

Additionally, have a clear budget, factoring in potential repair costs, and ensure you understand the rules about earnest money deposits and closing deadlines.LLC for Real Estate Investing: Forming an LLC for rental properties can offer liability protection and may provide tax advantages, though the tax benefits are non-existence for rentals.

Quote from @Vanessa Lule: Hi all,I’m in talks with a landlord about leasing a property for $3,600/month, but that’s above my budget.