Would help if you stated what questions you had so people could reply right away.I have knowledge on HELOANs but not direct experience.

It’s a huge move, and you’re already starting off strong by asking questions and soaking in as much knowledge as possible.

In the meantime, focus on building your credit, saving for a down payment, and soaking up as much knowledge as you can.

Reason: I signed a new job offer at a nonprofit yesterday and having extensive knowledge of the real-estate market in Philly would be very helpful.

It’s also important to be as specific as possible in the scope of work for each line item—clear details can save you from misunderstandings or unexpected costs later on.I specialize in consulting services for situations just like this, helping clients work confidently with contractors by bridging the knowledge gap.

please send me a case example I'd love to read. that's one appraisal. the knowledge I have as a licensed general contractor working with investors from 5 cities at a time all over the country buidling 3 different floorplans I would say trumps one ADU you read about online 

It could be some sort of skill set for renovations, design for furnished rentals, specific market knowledge, owner occupied loan products for a house hack, etc. 

Knowledge is power. 

However, forgive my curiosity - I'm really just trying to soak up as much knowledge as possible.

Talk to someone more knowledgeable about what your trying to do.