Keep asking until someone says yes, and if no one says yes, then explore HMLs.

I figure I'll need at least 10-15 homes to get to my monthly cash flow goal but I see two different methods to attain this.....get the homes paid off (fewer purchases and I'll be helping to pay off the loan) or use 30 year loans (more purchases but I will not be helping to pay off the loan). 

I imagine the best method to sell without breaking the lease or doing a "cash for keys" arrangement is to sell to another investor.

to answer your question - yes the 3,000 is on my tax return, but only for one year.thanks for the Co-borrower game plan - didn't think of that one, although the only person I can think of doesn't make enough money to qualify for a roll of toilet paper Hopefully there are other loans besides conventional that I can explore 

One good strategy is to find a property that needs significant rehab ($20k-$30k+) and add the rental value, just like the BiggerPockets BRRRR method. 

My questions are: 1 - What are my options to get the money out to do the BURRRR method?

Once you get here, take the time to explore and understand the niches.

@Oleg Serdyuk I agree with @Dan Heuschele that the BRRR method is a great option considering your current situation.

I'm interested in hearing from experienced investors who are in position to compare different methods of passive investing. 

Last year I posted a similar question but things have changed since then. I’d love some insight on how to get started using an income property I already own. We currently own a duplex that is worth roughly $300,000. O...