Sure it may require some touch-ups here and there when you're done, but for the most part it turns out to be nicer in the end.

Some may require a waiting period of one to two years before leasing is permitted, while others may prohibit rentals entirely as outlined in their bylaws.Always know the property’s potential for annual rental income and ensure the numbers work.

I am considering getting into this space (looking at some courses), but worried that its too late, and that deep local market knowledge/understanding of buyers/connection with developers etc is required to make this work, which only incumbent/long term investors will have and would be hard for a new entrant starting from scratch to catch-up...is my hypothesis valid in your opinion ?

While this is a great and highly motivating goal, most people are either clueless or incorrect in their belief as to what is required to obtain this “lifestyle”.Understanding of the “how to” get there is further obscured by the misleading, and often patently false “pathways” sold by real estate educational MARKETING companies as workshops, upsold to association memberships, upsold to mentorships.

Most DSCR lenders will require a credit score of 620 or better.

We had our Podio custom-built to meet our specific requirements, systems, and procedures.

Your $80K HELOC can serve as the down payment, as most lenders require 20%-25% of total project costs upfront.

Send it by US Mail with proof of delivery required and/or place it in an envelope with their name on it and post it on their door. 

We also have investor loans that only require 5% down on new construction investment properties.

I specialize in investment properties, high-end homes, and commercial real estate, and I run Updegraff Group Realty, a full-service brokerage that helps investors not only find and fund deals but also manage construction, optimize returns, and scale their portfolios.Financing Your First Deal Without Using Your Own MoneyIt’s a common question, and the truth is—it’s very doable, but it requires strategy and relationships.