Not a perfect plan but it's flexible without age min of 59.5 to access or RMDs when you're 70 or whatever.

Based on what I remember, it gets even more complicated if the 401k is from a previous employer.In your case, since Fidelity is declining the account due to the nature of the retirement funds, one option might be to consider rolling over a portion of your 401k into a self-directed IRA, which typically offers more flexibility.

These are the general properties I focus on because they are quick to rent, generally can find good tenants, and gives flexibility. 

Do you have cities you are thinking about specifically yet or still flexible with the areas around north OC/parts of Riverside? 

They’re flexible with scheduling, so they should be able to accommodate your timeline.Coastal Home Inspections has a good reputation in the Beaufort area for their detailed inspections and focus on customer service.

It offers flexibility and lower interest rates than a DSCR loan and allows you to access equity without significantly increasing your monthly payments.

Years of tenant screening has earned me a house full of non-whining, flexible and tolerant low-maintenance tenants that respect my properties and auto-pay their rent.  

You usually pay an upfront option fee (around 1% to 5% of the purchase price), and a portion of your monthly rent may go toward the purchase price, helping you build equity over time.Pros: Flexibility: It’s a great way for buyers who might not qualify for a mortgage yet to secure a home while improving their credit or saving for a down payment.

Banks and credit unions can also offer flexibility for investors that engage in strong relationship-building strategies, offering discounts and solid loans in exchange for borrowers willing to use the institution for other purposes (savings accounts, etc.).

A HELOC is always going to be the cheapest and most flexible cash you can get, other than actual cash.