I know of at least 100 builder's risk policies that have been written in Dallas in the last 2 months.

As long as it makes sense that you are "moving up" it's good.

When was the last time you gave/acquired value to/from someone on these forums? 

Knowing my goals, which are to hold on to real estate as long as I can, I would go the HELOC route. 

This is a long post and appreciate you reading through it. 

Can anyone point me in the right direction to find a long term equity partner?  

Decided to shift to long term rentals in 2024 and sold the condo for $375,000.

Also rates are already coming down as of last week rates on DSCR are hitting 6.75%, FHA hitting 5.875%, Jumbo Rates hitting 6.25% where 3 months prior those rates were 1%+/- higher.

Or do we tell them at the last minute?

Nearly 140,000 units were absorbed in Q2 2024, marking one of the strongest performances in decades.Construction and Rent Growth: Despite strong demand, new construction has dropped by 60% compared to last year.