A HELOC may be an option but I'm full time real estate (no W2) and have a couple properties and my DTI is relatively high. 

This reduces vacancy risk and helps maintain cash flow while you learn the ropes of being a landlord.

Once we have a better idea of our business holdings' future distributions and possible liquidation events, it will be easier to provide a timeline for the redemption of your shares.What are the strategic steps being taken to maintain solvency and stay in business?

Working with vetted, trustworthy borrowers and maintaining a robust vetting process will help ensure your capital works as hard as you do!

They don't trust the door-opener agent to handle the transaction because they aren't experienced agents, they usually just got their license recently or are part-timers without experience and closing skills.

This attracts a higher-quality renter, ensures funds are available to maintain the home, and reduces the risk of major losses.

Usually for first timers and low down buyers the underwriting is a little more simplistic than traditional buy/hold investors purely seeking yield. 

A minimum temperature of 55 oF must be maintained inside your Rental Unit at all times; damage to the Premises resulting from you not doing so is your sole responsibility.19.

The flexibility and context are often key to maintaining occupancy, while still minimizing your risk.

I am a first-time real estate investor looking to make my first deal by the end of the year!