And if you join Lowe's Pros, you'll get an additional discount (it's free to join).

We have almost exclusively residential but have a few small retail rentals.

The reality is that you will not find that in the seller finance space, and even if you do, there will be virtually no discount. 

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I have two questions regarding mortgage interest tax deductions.First, last year, I purchased a HUD property at a significant discount and used a $70,000 HELOC from my primary residence for the down payment.

I guarantee virtually no one is meeting that rule in SD because they're all on here looking to buy in Cleveland or Detroit because in that market price to rent ratios are so askew that buying at a 50% discount probably doesn't get you the 1% rule. 

Any amount above the annual gift tax exclusion ($17,000 for 2023) counts against your lifetime exemption.

I don't want to be tied to Furnished Finder exclusively for MTR management. 

I will say that even though you get the boost from VRBO and AirBNB, the first year of operation is usually lean as you build up the rep.Offering a discount on the stay is a way to be more attractive but don't go crazy.

I am thinking the Pros of the HELOC/HEL are a faster closing, perhaps a cash discount for the purchase, no PMI, lower rate/cheaper closing?