Once you figure in the time you spend at the coutrhouse, it just might be cheaper in the long run.Sharon

I would like the budget to be around 300,000 the max preferably cheaper if possible.

If you have any other ideas I am open to hear them.StephenYou can do bulk mailing for cheaper but I wouldn't suggest it.

I have noticed my problems occur almost exclusively with the smaller/cheaper homes that attract single people or unmarried couples, usually without kids.

Many DSCR options are cheaper on the rate side than Conventional investment loans are, and often times lower points than conventional with higher loan to values (80 and 85% options).

I feel like it's almost better/cheaper just to wait until December and go through with the verbal agreement of them vacating March 2025. 

Some aren’t even that much cheaper than mine.  

Continue asking for references, but do your own research as a cross-check.Remember: cheaper doesn't mean you'll make more money.Start by going to www.narpm.org to search their directory of managers.

If you are in an expensive market like the Bay Area, target units in cheaper (but still safe) areas.

The construction cost seems cheaper than I thought.HELOC is a good option for short term funding.. and there are max limits.. may be $400K or $500K something you should consider since it exceeds your expenses.