Period.If he keeps playing games, I would a) walk away from the deal, and b) report him to the State RE Board.chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.ncleg.gov/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/PDF/BySect...

If I could rewind 7 years, I would’ve personally scooped up another property near downtown...prices were more forgiving back then.All that said, I’m curious..if you were getting back in the game today, would a condo with strong amenities but an unpredictable HOA top your list, or are you eyeing single-families for that full control?

I live in derby and new to the real estate game.

Hopefully, 2025 will reward us all who have stayed in the game. 

But realized there's no perfect timing unless you are already in the game).

With this scenario we both have skin in the game: His work and my materials.

**“Kendric, first off, you’re already ahead of the game with your willingness to learn and adapt—plus, having a ‘mishap’ fund shows you’re planning smart! 

If you’re looking to build long term wealth, accumulate assets, take advantage of tax code, and benefit from appreciation, then play the appreciation long game.

In addition- if it's not working and the tenant takes legal action, the judge certainly isn't going to be on your side when you tell them a flooring contractor said it was warm in the house.This game is all about mitigating your risk by being proactive.

If your game plan is to pay it off with prepaying all your money you absolutely need a HELOC however don't need to use.