Here are a few strategies to consider for funding a down payment:Partnering: Like Gregory mentioned, finding a partner who can contribute to the down payment in exchange for equity or a profit share is a solid option.HELOC or Cash-Out Refi: If you have equity in your home or another property, a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or cash-out refinance can provide the funds you need.Private Money: Reach out to friends, family, or private investors who may be interested in lending you the down payment with a promissory note.Seller Second: In some cases, the seller might agree to finance a portion of the down payment as a second mortgage.Live Frugally and Save: It takes time, but reducing expenses and setting aside funds from your income is a tried-and-true method.The right approach depends on your situation and deal structure, but a mix of creativity and resourcefulness can go a long way.

Do you have any friends, relatives, co-workers you like that would rent a room from you?

To give a little more detail, I do believe all their cash flow is contingent on them getting you to pay upfront for their program, which I found to be inaccurate and unusable on anything other than a desk top, which I told them I do all my work on a cell phone (first red flag) that they didn’t tell me their property finder isn’t cell phone friendly.

I do not sell my model but I have a friend in the business who offers a much better model than Michael Blanks in my opinion.

Your 'friend' is crazy not you.

A warranty can bring peace of mind, especially if the tenant values quality and reliability.Here’s our rule of thumb:For budget-friendly rehabs: Used appliances from a reputable source can be a smart choice.

Close friends?

it is not user friendly at all.

We live in the bay area because this is where our jobs are and we have family in the area, but we prefer to invest in landlord friendly states.

You won't have the options that you have here in Austin, mainly because Portland is Tenant Friendly City and Pfugetville is Landlord friendly.