I will add that to your question of 10% or 20%, you need to ask yourself whether you need the cashflow or not. 10% down would leave some money with which to buy more properties.

I have a contract on a house in Phoenix AZ with a value of $500,000 and a mortgage of $288,000 to be taken subto.

We are looking at a house that is being auctioned next week in Gulf Shores.

I am a complete rookie to the real estate scene, I am looking to house hack for my first residence out of college.

If you are single or a couple on the same page about house hacking, look for uneven multis.

@Jonathan Baptiste Have been house hacking before it was a thing, 29 years to be exact.

Hey everyone, for my first flip, is a fire damaged house worth it (purchase price 40k-50k 3br).

Quote from @Jason Baker: After leaving the real estate market in 2024 and bringing in the new year of 2025, what are the best updated strategies/approaches to be a successful wholesaler in the Miami Market?  

You have to include the cost of your time and the work, especially on a "scary house" is daunting indeed. 

Consider financing options like hard money loans, or FHA loans for house hacking, and focus on areas with strong rental demand near the MA/NH border.