If the guest has a valid point make some changes, and in the response acknowledge you we're unaware and plan to adjust.

I own, am planning to retire to the East Coast with my son and two little dogs.

So ask them to pre-underwrite your deal and give you a feel for what their best plan would be.

Some plans include house hacking, seller loans, flipping, creative deals, private cash, group deals, sweat equity, and government help.

There is also an opportunity to target the rental market with renovations that cater to both families and young professionals given its large, diverse population and proximity to educational institutions.Enhance properties to appeal to families and young professionals, focusing on durability and functionality, such as open-plan kitchens and multiple bathrooms.Example Investment: 130 Benedict Ave, Syracuse, NY 13210130 Benedict Ave, Syracuse, NY 13210 | ZillowLocated right next to the Syracuse University, and currently rented under market for $1,200 a month.

Think about your long-term financial plans.

I don't have any properties yet, and I don't have any sort of written plan either.

I do plan to manage it myself, at least to start.

What is your plan if this happens?

He purchases a duplex primary home this year and in 1-1.5 years he purchases a nicer larger 2-4 unit, maybe in a more desirable area – that would make sense and generally get approved with primary home financing assuming of course he was going to occupy a unit.The whole strategy he plans to employ requires a “move-up” each new purchase and he already has a SFH which causes a big hurdle in the “move-up” strategy so once again selling that would behoove him.The plan he didn’t mention which is really the only plan that will work in the short term is:Sell current primary homePurchase owner occupied 2-4 unit with 5% downPurchase additional; 2-4 units with 25% down with the remaining proceeds from sale of primaryI am happy to make an introduction to Richard if you would like to discuss further.