I think a lot of folks are sitting on or building up cash reserves as rates have squeezed a lot of the potential cash flow opportunities of years past. 

Purchase price: $149,500 Cash invested: $10,000 Duplex (3BR/2BTH and 2BR/1BTH) separate 1BR/1BTH ADU

I have some brand new homes in Phoenix that cash flow with 25% down.

And again, with a separate parcel it should be easier to finance the construction and do a cash out refi. 

Granted there is a cost in hiring an agent, Having someone analyze each deal with localized knowledge is worth its weight in gold.

There may be a slight upcharge for labor, but it will be worth every penny.Furniture-style vanities.

Assuming the property is worth much more than they paid for it don’t let them give it to you.

In high-cost markets like Chicago, that can be tough to meet.If you're looking at a duplex, the self-sufficiency test doesn’t apply, so you’d just need to qualify based on your personal income and the rental income your lender allows.If your current lender isn’t familiar with making FHA work in your situation, it might be worth getting a second opinion from someone experienced with FHA multi-unit financing.

I plan to utilize some cash, margin loan, 401k loan, and a HELOC as a down payment.My first house hack (now an out of state investment) has a Zestimate of $530K, and I have $266K left on the loan.

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