It has been on my to do list the past couple of years and looks like I finally need it 

What should I be aware of if I am doing the purchase?

I can refinance when rates drop in the future. 

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Purchase price: $273,000 Cash invested: $60,000 Sale price: $375,000 Purchased the property with a "subject to" agreement, did a cosmetic renovation, cleared outstanding condo dues, and resold the property.

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The MTR agencies offer furnishings and decoration of the property. 

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