For example, if you go with option 1, you might not be as concerned with low occupancy, because you'll be able to go there whenever you want!

For single home property fix & flip what is the best source of funding?

The inventory is still too low.

For example, if you had bought some RE with HELOC funds a couple years ago and now have to service that debt at twice the rate, that could be really painful. 

My question is, if I accept the payment (the assistance payment from the government to a low-income tenant), will my property be recorded by the government as "low-income" housing provider?

Check with your broker.As a real estate licensee, you’ll be subject to potential complaints by property owners when they believe you did not operate in their best interest by trying to purchase their home at a “low” price and then flip the contract at a higher price.  

DSCR lender here, we specialize in refinancing with no and low (90 day) seasoning period.

@Vishal Chandan @Bonnie Low- Second what Bonnie has to say.

I'd love to hear how everything goes, about both your highs & lows.

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