While some lenders may offer it, these scenarios often require near-perfect alignment of high DSCR ratios (1.2x+), excellent credit, and property cash flow projections that are difficult to meet with this leverage.

Heck, fixed annuities and agency debt are paying over 5% fixed, so if you really want to sleep well at night that is an option as well.Also, I have found that the landlord/tenant relationship is generally better with short term rentals than long term rentals.

Do you have 2-4 contractors that you've built relationships with who build similar homes to what you're looking to do?

I’ve built relationships with top-notch realtors all over, and once you’re not tangled up in confusing insurance structures, it’s a whole lot easier to jump on the next right opportunity.

If you want to avoid partnerships, bring them as lending partners vs equity partners.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

The nature of the relationship to me seemed exploitative and it bothered me a great deal. 

Building relationships with wholesalers and attending local Milwaukee REIA and Rental Property Association of Wisconsin meetups could surface off-market opportunities.

Networking with local investors and building relationships can also open doors to joint ventures or mentorship opportunities.

This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Excel spreadsheets, and not doing very well keeping up with them either!