For me, I could handle the increase in cost and still pay much less than If I got a 4/2 SF.

I wonder Trumps thoughts on the affect of Tariffs and the cost of materials.

he does some incredibly detailed walkthroughs on BRRRRs and flips and he covers the types of costs that are often overlooked. 

The reason is that for most programs anyway the 60% loan to value will give you the best rate and best cost available and of course you should still be able to have a healthy cash flow at that loan loan to value.

I’m in Ohio, so I can purchase a property with $40k cash out, invest $10k in repairs, and rent for a couple hundred above the monthly operating costs.

It’s a great way to get started in real estate and will offset your living costs when you do move out on your own.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Highly recommend self-managing so you can take advantage of a cost segregation and the short term rental loop hole!

They are very expensive typists who will fill out forms for you and give you access to MLS.A bad broker will cost you 5-10% of price, a good broker will make a property cashflow. 

The CF is only playing catchup to the cost to you of the property.