Personally, even with interest rate uncertainty and election year hysteria, I am building a stronger and stronger conviction around the fact that I need to get a little more aggressive in acquiring more income properties.   

Only make offers with seller credits that can buy down the rate to a place that makes financial sense. 3.

I am always open to advise from anyone more successful then me and would love to find a strong partner that wants to join me on this journey. 

Lender paid compensation is when the rate goes up on the loan to pay the lender for the so it might take a 8.125% base rate to 8.375%.

I've had success finding female tenants in the past, but for some reason, I'm having difficulty attracting them these days.

Nice to see some successes out there so recently @AJ Wong!

You hardly build any equity in your first year, it makes sense to refi only if the rate is substantially lower or if you can get rid of mortgage insurance.

Is it feasible to obtain a loan or a good old boy agreement where a lender offers 100% financing for both the purchase price and construction costs at hard money rates, secured by a second position on the borrower's other properties?

If you want to shower me w/advice on my specific scenario:2x Duplexes4% Mortgage Rates / Very small loansMixture of LTR/MTR/STRActive Income (not very passive)Net Income around $24,000 in totality (however my books are a mess and am currently working with someone to CLEAN THEM UP so I can get a clearer picture)Would you a) hold; b) sell and open a franchise or other business venture ?

Select someone who will personally invest in your success and the commission which you pay for their service is a wise investment.