How much "fantasy" is provided?

They do minimal at best verification of the data the applicant provides.

My latest blog - linked here  "UNDERSTANDING FLORIDA'S EVICTION PROCESS AND LAWS"  provides a comprehensive guide to understanding the legal requirements, timelines, and steps involved with Evictions in Florida.

You should check with your 1031 provider quickly.

I would look FAR AND WIDE for someone to do an investment property HELOC -OR- go to a bunch of banks and CUs (including who you bank with now) to find someone to provide an unsecured (or secured if you have other collateral) LOC to get rid of the high int debt.

@Vina Merrill,I don't have much intel on Knoxville, but I’m active as an investor, turnkey provider, and builder in Chattanooga.

@Jason Lopez You don’t need an LLC to rent out a house in San Antonio, TX, but it can provide liability protection by separating your personal assets from your rental property.

My point is certain things are learned with experience and 1) acting as GC once does not provide an opportunity to leverage the experience 2) mistakes can be costly.good luckHi Dan,thank you.

Additionally, you could also check with your insurance provider to confirm there's no active risk and provide that documentation to the lender as reassurance.

I can see how starting with a 4-plex could provide better returns and learning opportunities without an overwhelming jump in complexity.