That is the skinniest deal I will even consider.

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I am buying a duplex about 80k under what it will appraise for.

This model can work but I will not be working with this company again, that's for sure.

If they can tax you/bill you in some way they absolutely will.

There are also online platforms that will handle managing security deposit compliance, refunds, etc. like rentable.com

I do think MT might see better activity, but also more owner involvement and the added intricasies of furnishings, etc, so if you're willing that might be the better route.

Real estate is vast—narrowing down your niche will help you achieve results faster.That’s it!

And I will have around $3750 stuck in the deal.

You can contribute by finding deals or managing properties in exchange for a share of the profits.Lease Options: Control properties without owning them by renting with an option to buy, and potentially sublease for profit.Owner Financing: Buy properties directly from sellers willing to finance, bypassing traditional lenders and often requiring less upfront money.REIGs: Join real estate investment groups to pool funds with others for property investments.For a more hands-off approach, investing in turnkey properties in growing markets with minimal upfront investment would be ideal (like in the Southeast and Midwest of the country).