You could see if a local credit union or community bank will give you $20K.  

What is your credit score?

I'm new as well congratulations on you're first property me and my fiance was going to start a real estate business but she has cold feet so i already have a LLC she the one who has the 820 credit score and I'm getting mine back in order we both have one property each i just loss my contract for my business so I'm thinking about using the equity from my home or turn my home it a bordering house just need some mentoring 

Reports to credit bureaus.

Another possibility could be a home equity line of credit (HELOC), if you have sufficient equity in another propertyGood luck with your project!

Leverage Local ResourcesEconomic Development Grants: Check with your city or county for grants or incentives aimed at affordable housing or community improvement projects.Local Banks or Credit Unions: They may be more flexible than larger financial institutions, especially if your project aligns with community needs.Partnership with Nonprofits: Collaborate with organizations interested in affordable housing or sustainable living.4.

It was a personal referral, received a credit at closing for renovations as well How did you finance this deal?

I suggest 8% for a great credit buyer and higher for one with poorer credit.

Live in one unit - It's a great strategy when using a bank for financing as the down payment and interest rates are more favorable to owner occupants.  

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