Even though you are local you have a full-time job and so having a core 4 would be your best bet.

Your best bet would be to get in touch with a network of wholesalers and agents in the local area to send you their deals when they get them.Another thing I want to note, the market has changed again and I am urging my investors to take 10-15% off the After Repair Value to compensate for price reductions.

He then mentions how putting your savings in an index fund is a better bet, and not just keeping your money dead in an account.

So that to me is your best bet. 

What part of Kansas the burbs of KC is a safe bet if they are not hosing you on numbers .

The best bet is to get funding from a private investor who trust you. 

I'd bet fixed could be an option, probably with some additional fees/higher rate.Regarding interest rate increases: it's inevitable.

It sounds like paying 1 point to buy down the interest rate would be your best bet in order to meet the DSCR, as it seems the most cost effective strategy for your goal (keep as much cash in the bank).

Find one in your area - I bet you there are several and they’ll more than pay for themselves.

Yet I'm still too chicken to cash this house out and get an apartment building or something in a cheaper part of the country.Couldn't I hedge my bet though by refinancing $200K or so out to make some Midwest moves?