What ever you do, don't let anyone talk you into funding EMDs, down payments, or 100% 2nds.

I use LandVision, but you can also use Propstream, etc and build lists of parcels in the markets you are looking, and then you skip trace the owners, call them/mail them, etc.

They have enough on their plate and helping some newbie get in the game isn't going to be high on their priority list (or on it at all).You've probably read some books and listened to podcasts and they said you need to build your team to be successful.

I have played the 0% balance transfer game for some larger inventory purchases in my retail biz and good old 0% balance promos at Home Depot (personal) and Sears have financed quite a few apartment renos too.With a long and stellar credit history It doesn't seem to impact my FICO4 & 8 too much but it will *crush* the vantage 3 score which penalizes HEAVILY those who actually USE their credit and I'm talking still less than 30% of available.

Curious how you would market it as a realtor - pitching the track record and even listing?

He is on the super lawyer list and has consulted my family for years on very complicated rental developments. 

This is something that me and the wife have talked about doing as well and I appreciate the info

Make sure no one squatting.I don't hear people talk much about OTC any more. 

Being in the STR space, it has been really good crafting descriptions and auto messages that can be used to create a listing on airbnb, your own website and guest communication messages

.- This unlocks cash to allow you to buy a new larger home for your growing family(congrats) with 5% down (Since it's a primary residence)- This allows you to exit the current home and cash in on the $600 cashflow differential(minus the monthly payment of the HELOC, minus maintenance and plus tax savings ).Could be a strategy that works well for you, please feel free to reach out if you want to talk shop and run the #s.Zach