BiggerPockets also has a calculator to analyze deals, and I highly recommend you start this as soon as possible, even if you are not ready to buy.

Is this normal cost or high?

I would highly recommend finding a lender that does 10% of purchase price down because it will ultimately be less expensive for you.

I don’t care if you steal a property, high quality tenants will never sacrifice on being safe and feeling safe.  

During this time, I found myself unemployed and having difficulty finding a new job due to not completing my degree or having formal training beyond high school or military.

Coloma: For those experts, your input is highly appreciated .

The biggest challenge continues to be affordability, as mortgage rates remain high and inventory remains tight in many regions.The 10-year Treasury yield has risen to 4.64%, which has kept mortgage rates elevated, currently hovering in the 6.5% to 7% range.

With high home prices, rising mortgage rates, and intense market competition, securing a property has become increasingly difficult.A recent survey found that over 60% of real estate agents reported instances where Gen Z buyers lost out on homes due to delayed decision-making, missed appointments, or hesitation in making offers.

Quote from @Dylan Webb: Hello, here's my situation:My wife and I own several properties separately.2 of the single family homes combined we have conservatively $150,000 in equity ($90,000, $60,000) I want to use one of these as collateral for a small loan of $30,000 to put down on a high cash flowing property OR have a lender finance the whole venture at a purchase price of $160,000.

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