For investors looking to maximize returns while managing risk, here’s why this type of deal stands out compared to Treasuries.Treasuries: Safety with Limited UpsideTreasuries are an attractive option for those seeking safety, especially short-term bonds with maturities of one year or less.

The cons as i see it include loosing the 2 of 5 year cap gain exception, typically not an ideal rental because the emphasis at purchase was buying a good home for your family and not a rental with optimal return (my ex-home consistently has the lowest cash flow for equity in my RE portfolio), not disconnected enough from the property causes addition angst on damage and may result in over improvement.  

In my experience, I typically call seller-financing "mailbox money".

I do single family "off market" that I take over with owner financing, subject to, wraps and lease options.

Do you typically pay someone to install? 

- A 0% down, seller financed deal, typically equates to little to negative cashflow!

When I need something done fast, I can count on them to squeeze me in.Keep in mind that if you need the cheapest option for your deal to pencil, you probably should not be buying that deal. 

If the state matters, I'm interested in Connecticut@Matt WanThe key to understanding being “in person” is that you can be “in person” anywhere there is a notary or other person who can certify your signature… typically.  

If you are hoping that this property will stand on its own with you living in it and not having to put your active income into it, then it might not be the best option for you right now. 

I’m considering doing a cash-out refinance, not sure what the best options is , to use the rental property or the rehab property.