I'm leaning toward house hacking it and would prefer to get an FHA loan for the lower up front down payment since it will be my primary residence.

I can then use Dealcheck, or whatever system you prefer, to analyze the properties to provide comps.

I have a couple of questions that I was hoping someone with more experience might be able to answer for me.When you are looking for a potential BRRR or possibly a fix and flip, do you prefer off-market deals or have you ever worked with a buyers agent?

For long term access I prefer to refi into fixed rate 30 year loans.  

Plus it places us in our preferred investment area.

I prefer to go the HELOC route because you can use it like a checkbook and only use it when you need it. 

I prefer being 5-10% below market.

At least that's the setup I prefer, others may do something different.

@James Sebastian your response is pretty well thought out already, my only recommendation is to include a personal invitation for them to contact you directly by phone, email, U.S.mail, or thru your attorney if they prefer. 

What is preferred?