House hacking can also be a solid way to offset expenses early on.It sounds like you're diving in with a great mindset and skill set—being handy and managing yourself puts you ahead of the game. 

The only real offer I got through FF was for $1700 a month, and I'd rather leave it empty than take that and pay for the heating bills and the extra wear and tear of long term renters.

Unless they are buying in a different state their realtor doesn’t know  anyone, their broker doesn’t have a franchise in, and for some reason won’t research the area’s realtors.

Are they still buying properties themselves, it keeps them aware of the market and changes 2.

I was thinking that the very thin hard carpet could serve as a sound insulation layer, and just installing click together LVP right over the thin carpet and the thin hard stick on tiles. 

I'd appreciate the insight. 

Hello BP Fam,Most DSCR lenders I've spoken to have a penalty for selling a property within the first 5 years of purchasing the property. 

Any work outside the scope of the initial plan is not permitted as the loan amount cannot be increased.If the project encounters cost overruns, those cost overruns will be the responsibility of the borrower to pay.Renovation Term Extension Fee:.50% of the total loan balance.

I live in the area and invest mostly in the suburbs, so I would be happy to chat!

Hi Gigi, glad to have you as a part of this awesome community!