And could even get a second home loan if doing traditional financing.

You also mentioned you started pretty young, I am 18 and just purchased my first college rental, any tips? 

I’ve talked to a number of investors and they can’t get 10% down on owner finance transactions were the deed transfers at closing.I operate in 4 or 5 markets.

Financing and Complexity: An LLC can make financing more challenging and expensive since banks often offer better terms on personal loans for real estate than LLC-held properties.

Any advice on this and experience/tips from others having gone through similar deals would be greatly appreciated!

For funding, explore options like FHA loans, personal savings, or creative financing, and focus on New Jersey markets that align with your goals, such as Newark for rentals or commuter towns for house hacking.

Freddie Mac only offers financing for single properties they do not offer 'Portfolio loans" meaning bundle them all into one loan.

If there are any community members that are local to Westchester County or the surrounding area and have time to meet up and share experiences and tips, or even have projects themselves that I could provide some help within exchange for the guidance please let me know!

With the help of an investor-friendly agent How did you finance this deal?

How did you finance this deal?