Only difference is the $10K is in your bank and the interest starts so you are paying on the full $10K over how ever many years they offer.Lastly, depending on your first mortgage rate it may be best to just do a "Cash out refinance" becuase its over a 30 year mortgage and the rates are lower then both Heloc or Heloans. 

I was hired to get things back on track, but she wouldn't play ball, so I filed for eviction.

However, an agent that has off market deals is likely flipping or wholesaling themselves so you may only get leftovers. 

If so, can I do this with a conventional mortgage?

However, differentiating your unit will be difficult so you will have to compete on price, and you are somewhat competing with hotels.

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Cash flow is difficult here in California, and so I'm looking for opportunities that have strong appreciation and long-term growth opportunities with strong tenant bases to complement my long-term investment strategy.I appreciate any insight and stories.

The property listed for 200k, so we talked them down to 190k and they are covering 2k of down payment.

I was debating if I should partner with a friend or family member who is willing to work on a property together. ill be sure to make sure things are done legally and fairly so no one get short sighted and things don't get messy.

I RARELY will do a deal for someone i have not personally met.. so I do a lot of flying :)