But it would give you time to save up for the 20% on a refinance in 2 years or give you the ability to use any equity gained to refinance in 2 years.

No additional protection, no tax savings. 

I'm a local youth pastor in MN and I'm looking into getting started in real estate so that I can provide extra income for my growing family.

I'm curious what more experienced investors will leave to finish repairing after they list the property, but before they start to show it (or lease it).I start the marketing about two weeks prior to completion, with an advertised availability date of one week after completion.

The 7 isles project hasn't even started.

Would you have or know where I could find an example lease to use as a starting point?

If you plan on living there, I would pick the place you want to live, then start investing.  

I have been digesting all things Real Estate so right now I am working to lower my DTI while saving at least 6-7% for the Owner Occupant down payment (to include closing cost, etc.).

Hey everyone,I’m David, and I started BRRRR investing in Baltimore in 2023.

I couldn't save enough money for a down payment on my first real estate investment.