To access your home equity without selling, you can explore options like a home equity loan, a line of credit (HELOC), or a cash-out refinance.

Many basement access doors are not 36" wide depending on the age of the property.

This misunderstanding stemmed from incorrect lease terms indicating washer/dryer access when we did not actually have any washer or dryer set up.

If you want to have access to that money "just in case", a HELOC may be better.

Another consideration which applies only to electric is access to the load center.

It was built in the 2010s and located in an established neighborhood with convenient access to schools, amenities, and major transportation routes.

Hi Shayan, You will be able to close on properties quickly and have access to rehab funds immediately if you are able to qualify for a HELOC that can cover both the purchase and rehab.You should be careful though as if you cannot sell the property or you run out of rehab funding, you may end up being over leveraged.

This tenant was billed accordingly.My rentals have Sherwin Williams SuperPaint in Accessible Beige / satin for the walls. 

When thinking about using a 401(k) loan for real estate, view it not just as an access point for funds, but as a strategic part of your overall financial plan.

I use all of them:-Brokers-Platforms like LoopNet, Crexi (my favorite), and BiggerPockets Deal Finder-additionally, brokers often have access to off-market opportunitiesWhen dealing with brokers, I've found that you have to build a relationship in order to get a good deal flow.