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I was wondering if I should use my own money or maybe use the rental equity instead... or there's even a better option.

I wouldn't be selling in this market personally, so if you don't sell the SFR and you really want to do this, a DSCR cash out refinance on the triplex, or a hard money 2nd is your only option to get the liquidity needed to make this move.

@Wayne Kennoff- thanks   1) getting a personal referral is a good place to start 2) if you have narrowed down the options to a few -  contact both on the same  days and ask them for whatever  quotes  for your scenario ...ask for a loan cost worksheet  if  possible .  ...if their pricing ends up being  the same - make a decsion based on the  feel  for  cutoner  service you get when communicating with them.   3)  make sure they  disclose all the fees  related to the  refinance  ( not just their  own fees ) ..4)  reviews are   hard to  use to make a decision ( as you found out ) 5) rates are pretty high right now for rental  properties ....if you can wait to  refinance - you might consider doing so ...if you need to refinance - so be it ...Good luck 

What is the difference between what you just sent me above and your $127 basic option?

Have some options for you..

I'm excited to explore opportunities in Cleveland and Columbus.

I have some thoughts to your question:1) Maintenance service plans (requires agreement with preferred vendor, or if you have maintenance staff, through your company)2) Landlord liability insurance through third-party insurance providers (note: this is in addition to a Dwelling Policy, which the owner should already have)3) Lawn maintenance service programs (requires agreement with a vendor for agreed-upon pricing, or if you have lawn staff to provide this service, through your company)4) Fee in lieu of security deposit (requires agreement with insurance company that provides this service)5) Increased inspection options (e.g.

I just want to be able to rent my property out and have the option to enjoy it as a vacation home as well.

Few brokers have recommended a 5 year Balloon loan but I want to explore the best option available in the market currently.