That's kind of hard to stomach, and that in itself could be the cost of another SFH in my area.I also just despise paying high interest in general, so admittedly part of my reason for considering paying down the new mortgage is for peace of mind.

Also, I am sure there are many quality property managers out there, but unfortunately the pickling were slim in my particular sub market.

Hi Ashley,Likely the biggest bottleneck would be the rehab - making sure you have a good contractor that can perform affordably on time with quality.

:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+, zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680, some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.

You can definitely get HELOCs on investment properties, but the interest rate is high. 

With high interest rates, we'd be looking at around $3800 PITI.

Anyone with directions will be highly appreciated.I am thinking of buying a 4-bedroom property that has some potential for student amenities.

Borrowing from the equity must be done wisely or you will end up with negative cash flow and at high risk due to over-leveraging.NOTE: I use interest rates much lower than they currently are in 2024!

Has anyone had experience with the quality of the skiptracing from them?

But if it's priced a little high or the listing is a little funky there might be a way to get them to look at your offer.You might offer your price as cash plus a small second mortgage to them as owner financing.