-Finding private money:  If you can find a very good deal then connect with a family member or friend that could lend you what you need for a hard money loan or to lend you the full amount.

I am in the process of getting a 203k loan as well.

(i have not negotiated price any as of yet)$6533 loan pymt mth. 

Are online lease agreements enough to protect me and my assets? 

I owe 400k on the house, so about 300k worth of equity just sitting there.1.I can get a HELOC and use the money for BRRRR, the problem is, I can't find anyone that is giving out loans for investment properties, I have tried most banks, up to PenFed, nothing so far.2.

There are a few reasons for this: 1) They are costly and the Exchange intermediary may require a whole host of inspections including environmental reports etc and 2) One has to come up with the cash to buy the new property without getting the equity out of the first property - not everyone can do that - add in having to get a loan while still being obligated to the loan on the “sale” property.

We obtained private money, a fix and flip loan, bought the house, completely rehabbed both sides , and then refied it.

I did find a lender who could do loans for under 80k though so can send you his info if you’re interested!

What are everybody's thoughts on using a 401k loan or withdrawal to fund the downpayment?

Jeffrey - A few suggestions: 1) The loan amount would be whatever LTV you lender can provide with the cash out loan.