The private outdoor space includes mature trees, planting beds, and storage shed.

I think in the past there might have been some seasonal variation, more sales in the Spring and less in the Winter in your area.   

Most banks will require a 6 month "seasoning" period with a new loan where you can't take out a new loan on the same property. 

Addons like a bathroom, loft, kitchen, storage, etcThere are several intended markets but primarily being STR and LTR including glamping opportunities.

I'm sure other more seasoned investors will have better insight than me, but that's my two cents.Best of luck to you!

Another vote for Cozy here, easy for tenants to link their bank account, nice reporting one click to export an excel of payment history come tax season, I also like how it sends an automated "upcoming rent due" reminder email to tenants out a few days before 1st of the month.

I have since moved a bit over a year ago and the title has seasoned for 6 months into my name and I am looking to cash out refi.

Do you have any suggestions on finding legit private investors or lenders to either help you with proof of funds  I would encourage you to link up with a seasoned investor in your area.

The wife and I are new investors in north Houston area, we have all our ducks in a row just need a few recommendations and advice.We are currently looking for a bank/lender that will cashout REFIA 75% ARV with NO seasoning period.

., more than half of the calendar year) for the Borrower's personal use and enjoyment·The Borrower may rent the property on a short-term basis provided that the property is not subject to any rental pools or agreements that require the Borrower to rent the property, give a management company or entity control over the occupancy of the property, or involve revenue sharing between any owners and the developer or another party·The Mortgaged Premises must be in such a location to function reasonably as a second home·The second home must be suitable for year-round occupancy with the following exception: a second home with seasonal limitations on year-round occupancy (e.g., lack of winter accessibility) is eligible provided the appraiser includes at least one comparable sale with similar seasonal limitations to demonstrate the marketability of the subject property.