While possible to do after you have many properties where it can be paid off quickly I would not recommend doing it out front. using this method to circumvent saving cash will only lead to over leverage and a false feeling of investing to slow you down later  

& feel free to mention any other passive investing vehicles (in the real estate space) that i haven't listed here!

Good luck on your journey and feel free to reach out if you ever need any guidance or advice.

I feel the phone call was expected and there are more realtors in the area than homes on the market. 

Feel free to reach out to me and I can give you the scoop.

We know enough to be comfortable taking on some projects but definitely have a lot of learning to do as far as rehabbing goes.

I feel like there's some pretty cheap properties out there, and with financing involved I can get in the game for pretty minimal cash-out of pocket.

Happy to chat further if you have any questions, feel free to connect! 

So I do not feel bad for 1st time home buyers.

If you feel spending $1k+ a year for a plan, plus $100+ service call fee; then go for it.