That renovate, re-fi strategy isn't new. 

I would first look into which one of those you are and then decide the strategy moving forward. 

I'm looking dig in more about due diligence and strategies to get my first good deal.

Establish your Core 4, identify a strategy and choose a market that aligns with it.

I do get it's a strategy, and it may work, I just don't love it honestlyA 401k is hard to beat - I'm saving 32% right off the top (already hard to beat that return in RE), my employer is matching 5% (free money), the money that's not taxed now is now growing in my 401k.

In terms of cash flow, there are a lot of other things to look out for like cap ex, HOA fees, insurance fees and evictions that can eat your cash flow.There's risk inherently involved in every investment, which is why it's important to cover yourself with reserves and exit-strategies.

I have recently been running into the issue of having investors go out to a deal with interest and then talking themselves out of the deal on the way home.If you have run into this issue before as well and have overcome it, what are some good strategies to secure the deal before leaving the driveway? 

I am in need of reputable outfit that provides consolidated  Family  Office Services under one roof in Sacramento  area( Asset Protection, Trust and inheritance, Tax  services and strategies  and   Financial Advice for  Real Estate Investors ).

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The layman, the non-investor, has the (incorrect) impression that this strategy is synonymous with "low risk."