In lower-value areas like Sylmar, market values max out around $3.28 million, which results in a loss.The key takeaway?

Transportation options are plentiful.

DSCR or Fannie/Freddie loans can go up to 75% on single family homes, multi family homes (2-4 unit) max at 70% if you stick with Fannie/Freddie.Other things to consider would be:Paying points for a lower rate vs higher rate with no pointsIf going DSCR - Prepayment penalty term (0-5 years)The lower the loan size ($200-250k and lower), you should consider paying up to 2 points and doing a 5 year prepayment penalty if going DSCR.

I have the option to buy a 1,300-sqft 3-bed, 1.5-bath house in South End neighborhood of Stamford, CT, from a family member before it goes on the market.

@Dave Foster   @bill ExeterMy view is without violating any irs rules your best option may be to live in the property 2 years and use the exemption.  

.$300k mortgage at 7.25% (30-year): $2,046$300k mortgage at 7.6% (40-year): $1,996Technically, it lowers the monthly, but not by much once factoring in the rate adjustment.

The most profitable option is Airbnb, the most passive is long-term room rentals, and a hybrid approach can balance both.

I would make sure a bundle of rights for ownership are available individually, per unit of course, then worry about warranty and purchase options.

I recently came across domus.pro, where you can upload a property photo, choose a camera movement, and generate a video for around $0.30 per clip, with 4K options too.

We have three potential options.The first option is for me to completely owner-finance his purchase.