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I wouldn't want to do the loan route as that would not benefit me in any way, just doing work for a measly return.

I'd recommend that you weigh the potential benefits against the additional workload and potential difficulties that comes along your way.

Most of our BRRRRs have been just above median price, that allows for a large enough rehab budget and some soild equity gains.

Evaluate whether the potential benefits outweigh the higher costs and risks associated with hard money loans.

The steps that follow must be done correctly in order to realize your gain, but its very difficult to buy poorly and then turn the deal profitable through the steps that follow.

Tax Benefits.

Delays don't benefit anyone, especially if we are the one causing you to lose out on a property. 

I want to start local, so I can keep eyes on properties until I get my feet under me and gain some experience. 

I say this as a real estate investor, who benefits from home price appreciation.