Esprit Wood stair case will be much cheaper than the metal ones - ideally going to a door that is up at the top of them and not a window so that it's a second entrance/exit to the unit.

Most HMLs I deal with will do that; however, they will probably charge an extension fee.

Hi @Brian Scott,With your low FHA rate, moving isn’t ideal, so using your current property’s equity could be a great option.

The duplex with storage building is ideal for a Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat (BRRR) strategy, but requires accurate renovation budgets and tenant management.

.* Northridge Estates: Suburban area with various amenities, ideal for renters.* Walnut Hills: Quiet and community-oriented, great for rental stability.Areas to Approach with Caution:* Columbus: Some sections of Hilltop and Linden due to higher crime rates.* Dayton: Certain parts of West Dayton, which face economic challenges.Focusing on due diligence in these neighborhoods can help you identify stable, cash-flowing opportunities.

Ideally a duplex or triplex ~ live in one and rent the other unit/units.where do I even start?  

*Hard Money Loans: Ideal for quick property turnarounds and rehab-heavy projects.

The private lender’s terms supported my timeline and cash flow goals, making it an ideal solution for this type of investment.

Spending that much money and not having an ideal about whats gonna be put in place is not how I do business.If you notice on this draft from the architect.

At the same time, I would speak/interview 3-5 agents and explain what you're looking for in your properties to see if they can keep an eye out for your ideal project.