I’m going to suggest that you broaden your vision a bit.

John G.If you can find properties that need updating but are still in livable condition, you can take out an initial loan to purchase the property and then cash out refinance using the BRRR method (after 6 months from closing) and take cash back out on the property to purchase another.

But I am excited to use this method to pay off the properties quickly.

I'm personally a fan of the parent method. 

My partner and I have 58 years combined experience in real estate; and want to grow methodically to preserver reputation and Client Satisfaction.   

It's common knowledge that the list of leads you hunt, (or hopefully direct market to), are the most important part of marketing,I have to disagree...A ranking website is THE most important part of marketing.Cheaper, WAY more effectiveWAY higher quality of leads,It's continuous effortless marketing.There is no other marketing method that beats this... to date (in my opinion)Every single lead I get (about 30 a week), do NOT show up in any list.My latest  deal is from a guy in his early 20's, bought a 315K house in cash.

I'm really trying to figure out the best method for finding my fist deal.

Two methods currently peaking my interest are Turnkey or the BRRRR strategy.I'd love to connect with anyone who has recently transitioned into working with these strategies.

It is simply another method to make money.

Do you know if using home equity is an acceptable method for a down payment?