So it's a waiting game for that property until you have enough to do a cash out refi.

Now I am getting in the game myself.

The good news is that it will still serve as a house hack when we move, as there are multiple units on the property.Our concern is that it is in a high fire prone area.

Over months of working with her, I encountered severe issues, including:Lack of Communication & Accountability – Corina ignored multiple emails for weeks or even months, providing misleading or vague responses instead of real updates.

Connecting with other investors was a game-changer for me when I started.

9) adding multiple ADUs or adding an ADU to a quad looses F/F conventional financing.

I work on projects across multiple states and have a strong network of contractors.Regarding when to involve a contractor, if it’s someone you haven’t worked with before, I’d suggest waiting until after the inspection.

The yard looked like trash, plumbing stack leaks and multiple water heater leaks.

Be prepared to follow up multiple times, using different forms of communication—calls, emails, and if possible, in-person visits to their office.

The rental demand in the area has been consistent, and duplexes offer the flexibility of house hacking or scaling into multi-family investing over time.With your experience in construction and remodeling, you’re already ahead of the game—fix-and-flips or BRRRR projects in Kansas City could be a perfect fit for you.