I would never advise my customer to take a 5 YPPP considering we are have been moving into a downward trending rate market since 2024. 3 Year Prepay Max but if you plan on doing renovations or taking cash out on the ARV then a 1-2 YPPP would be Max.I would also advise buying the rate down before you decide to take a 5 YPPP using seller credit, equity or closing funds.

We plan on living in the house and doing most of the fixes and renovations ourselves.

Still, I think you'd find it difficult to find one that would be a good long-term investment unless you had another ~20-30 years to go, it's at least cash neutral, and you don't plan to hold it too long (to avoid too much investment loss and before you get to the point where it's unsellable because of too few years left); that's another way of saying that maybe it suits your cash needs in the near-term or is at least less of a pill to swallow than other options until you find something that's more of a sensible long-term play

Maintenance and potential repairs will also require a long-term financial plan and setting aside a contingency fund for such expenses.The steady cash flow, appreciation over time, and tax benefits can make a meaningful difference to your wealth in the long term, especially with the principal paydown on the mortgage.However, if managing the property from a distance feels too burdensome, or if you’d prefer the certainty and flexibility that comes with having less debt (especially given the high mortgage rates), selling and using the $100,000 in equity to reduce your loan for your next home may be the smarter move.

Also ask, when you submit the plans does the city give a hard time on all the stuff or just a couple things. 

That cycle of sourcing, assigning, and reinvesting has been a game changer for me too, and I completely agree—it’s the real estate cheat code most people overlook.Being able to create revenue while also creating opportunities for long-term wealth is the best part of this business, and it’s exactly how I plan to keep growing my portfolio.

Either can work, or either can be a huge pain, but that's the reality of common area ownerships.I've worked on some small 2-3 unit condos like this doing the condo plans and the CC&Rs have always included provisions for financials, budget etc. as well as dispute resolution.

Excited to see where you put that equity next—what’s the plan for reinvesting? 

The most effective plan is usually one that is tailored to your individual circumstances, so it’s crucial to work with someone who understands both structuring and real estate investing. 

I'm planning to use that money for a downpayment  to buy a multifamily where I would live in one side and rent out the other side.