I also have experience with retail, both my wife and I started and used to run a clothing shop while we both were busy (me with my company and she with a corporate job), for around 5 years before we decided to sell it.

Marked Rentals LLC, for instance, provides flexible loans with fast approval and can be a great option for real estate investors like you.Home Equity Investment: Some companies offer equity-sharing arrangements where they invest in your property's equity and you get a lump sum without taking on debt.Business Line of Credit: If your STVRs are operated as a business, you might qualify for a business line of credit, which can provide the flexibility you need for fix and flip projects.Feel free to reach out if you need more detailed information on these options or if you have any questions about flexible financing solutions.Best,Stacey Wells.

I'd say how much you put down depends on your plan.

Keep ya posted...hit me back with any thoughts.Cheers,MilesI'm a multifamily property specialist/broker and my business partner is the president of a highly successful steel based modular manufacturing company.

What is the best business bank account for out of state real estate investing?  

Even with the larger home, I'd save around $4k, depending on how much overtime I work.I am tired of paying high rent in the Bay Area, along with high utility bills.

@Sean Habermanjust curious what your goals are. it's not a beginner strategy.are you an experienced investor and/or do you have your own business?

However, if improvements were substantial then indeed a Cash out refi will be your best bet, and depending on your credit score, and cash flow you will be between 75%-80%. 

If you didn't notice anything during the inspection process pre-closing, or just weren't looking for any smoke smells/damage, try to get over there ASAP to check for it (changing out the furnace filter is always an easy and valid business reason to stop by).All that being said, I can't stress enough the importance of getting off on the right foot with inherited tenants. 

It depends on the zoning.