I did not follow through with traditional financing because 75% of income is derived from a monthly military benefit and my business partner is a travel nurse/ contract worker so her W-2's don't reflect her true income.

That is especially true in this fast moving market.

I don't know that you're going to find anything better than 15% down on a true investment property, @Adam Roth.

I had no idea this even existed, and am wondering if you all have experience with this type of loan and what the catches are, as it sounds too good to be true.

Real estate is a true passion of mine and something I could see myself doing for forever.

These properties sold during winter which I think played a role... as mentioned before sub 350k is tough to get now so knowing what areas should be priced at and trying to scoop properties below that is a very obvious, but tried and true method to build equity, particularly if you're okay with buying properties that need a facelift.Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Well, while that can be true IF the deal really is a great one, it requires you to perform the transaction illegally in many cases.

This is not true for most agents, especially for those just starting out, or in smaller markets.

Sale rep said the only product available is "All Data", which includes national and international. Consequently I have to pay much more for data that I don't need. Heard about it on the expiration date of my annual co...

Just beacuse someone says they are- doesn't make it true.