@Dillon Clark-don't pay extra down on your mortgage-don't use a HELOC-save up as much as you can-hope this helps

But you have to understand you may get monthly cash in your pocket, but you'll have more problems and little appreciation.

There are several myths that we have to debunk before someone truly believes they can do it.You need millions of dollars to do a dealThat it’s too complicated to figure outThat permitting takes yearsIn those communities developments cost way less (think a couple hundred thousand along with a loan from a regional bank), permitting is not difficult (much less red tape), and the towns are small enough that both the city staff and the local architects and engineers and contractors all work with you to help you navigate the process since you’re all invested in making your community better.Note: The big boys can play in the primary & secondary markets.

This is critical, and most are not regulated.Lmk if you have any questions!  

Probably this.

Going to reopen this one just to provide some information after going through some of this.

Like what @Caleb Brown said, focus on being useful to others to save that money

As mentioned before, you can get away with paying for the draw money, but not using it. 

The more information that you have out there the easier it is for people to find you, if you want them to find you.I almost everyday wear my "Rick Buys Houses" shirts with my phone number on it. 

This can sometimes help with regulations and building codes.Just my 2 cents. :)