The best strategy is to buy properties that need fixed up with hard money/HELOC, fix them up, the refi out to pay back your HELOC/hard money.

If you ever want to connect and go over your goals and swap investment strategies, I would love to do so. 

What strategy are you thinking of pursuing?

I have never done lease options before, but I do want to try the sandwich lease option strategy.  

Here’s why:Affordability: You can find solid properties here well within your $200k–$300k budget.Cash Flow Potential: Indianapolis has a growing population, a diverse economy, and relatively low property taxes compared to some other midwestern markets like Cleveland.Investor-Friendly: Indy is landlord-friendly with strong rental demand, especially in neighborhoods near downtown, universities, and revitalized areas like Fountain Square or Irvington.If you’re open to a strategy involving light renovations, there are plenty of opportunities to add equity and boost rental income here.

Tools like the BiggerPockets calculator and books like The House Hacking Strategy can guide you further.

It's not simple, sorry.If you have not closed, consider tax mitigation strategies such as a 1031 exchange.

While not mandatory, a specialized accountant can reduce errors and provide significant tax-saving strategies tailored to your situation.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

If you're still shopping markets, I'm happy to set up a call to discuss how Memphis could be a good fit for you depending on what strategy you're looking to implement.

Based on the continuing research, wholesaling property wouldn't be the right strategy.