I recommend connecting with an investor-friendly lender that can give you an idea of what you will be able to afford based on your DTI, credit score, and current income & assets.

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Right now I think rate would be around 8% if you start off with most banks and lack connection.

Maybe we could connect sometime!

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I am looking to connect with any real estate agents that have experience working with flippers in Shreveport, LA. 

At a bare minimum, I suggest reviewing the Fannie/Freddie guidelines. 

As an investor and agent here in Columbus Ohio, if you have any questions or want to connect, definitely reach out!

What I'm trying to understanding better is creative financing, analyzing the surrounding markets, making connections, and many of the other industry-specific concepts that can really only be learned through real-life experience.The idea of REI came about between myself and my friends because one of them has access to a large amount of capital that he received from his parents as a gift.

Feel free to connect if you need any advice, best of luck!