@Anthony Simboli Sounds like a 203K loan would be something to look into based on the situation you outlined. 

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Welcome to BP @Nathan GalvanFinancing will be the biggest thing you want to get in line for a purchase like you outlined. 

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Can you outline where you would like to be in 3 to 5 years?

So, while waiting for the right deal to come along, you can invest in CD's, stocks, funds, etc. if you are in the right plan format.This is a big topic, with a lot of variables.  

Amanda, I would recommend you go over the following list of threads, it should answer most of your questions:http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/41/topics/6897...

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