Condos can be a good option for new investors, but updating kitchens and bathrooms might not add as much value compared to single-family homes, especially with potential restrictions from condo associations.

We are exploring all options and researching what we think the next move should be.

This would be for an investment property not a lease with an option to buy.Would it just be through agents, if it is mentioned in the listing etc... or is there another way to find these kinds of properties?

thx experts There are certainly a lot of factors that go into the decision - keep in mind to there are multiple options with no prepayment penalty, so while there will be costs associated with the refinance - a no-prepay-penalty loan to purchase (at low leverage) can make a lot of sense as you can refinance later when rates inevitably come down, but don't have to time/guess when that is

But you always have the option of chaning it or doing it yourself. 

I am from North NJ so very expensive locally and not sure what type of investment to get into out of all the options.

I personally would do the first option. 

If you decide to pursue this option, I have a qualified lender who can assist you with this program.

.- Capital losses can offset gains (Short term offsets short-term and long-term offsets long-term)- Tax loss harvesting - If you have other investments (At a loss) sometimes you're able to sell them and offset your gain- Charitable giving- Paper losses from your investment propertyWith some more information, we can hone in on which options would be applicable for you.Hope this helps!

@Khalid Bryan another option if not affordable rental properties is if you would like to try the BRRR method I would look for properties that are not moving ready or maybe the condition prevents them for qualifying for an FHA loan or low down conventional loan, and do the necessary repairs to make it safe to live in clean and fresh.