I would recommend exploring a commercial loan, which will require 20% down.

Can't tell you how many times the plumber has picked up the phone after hours when we call for an emergency because we know them, have a good relationship and reputation with them - and we promptly pay their bill!

We've explored the BP community and all feel that there is a ton of value in discussing with others (with more experience) our current ideas. 

That way you build a good reputation for yourself.

I've finally gotten smart about my finances and I'm ready to start diversifying my income.I've spent the past few weeks learning the basics, getting familiar with the rental calculator and started exploring my real estate market. 

One of our best tenants was a tech intern from Hong Kong on an 18-month assignment - no pet, no boyfriend, no car, here to work and keep her nose clean and explore the city.In short, remember that this isn't just a financial decision.

Whenever I use Hard Money, which is not often, I use a local and reputable firm. 

I'm under contact for a house hack but live in flip is something i'd like to explore in a few years.

I am interested in obtaining my real estate license in Oregon and am in search of a reputable online real estate broker pre-licensing class that has video lectures as opposed to all readings.

I am by no means staying this to discourage, just saying that you have more options to progress to outside of house hacking, and to explore how you can grow your investment portfolio in a passive and/or active way.