We built a home a while ago and are wanting to get it appraised for a cash-out refinance.

As someone with little capital to invest at this moment, I’m wondering if this is a reasonable (and relatively safe, depending on the deal) option to pursue even if I’m not clearing much in the way of cash flow to start. 

I am not aware of anyone providing a HELOC up to 80%.

If cash flow is more your focus, consider multi-families in Dayton and Cleveland, where you can see cash flow rates of 10-18%.

Purchase price: $115,000 Cash invested: $33,396 Sale price: $225,000 Contributors: Peter Vekselman Partner Driven, in collaboration with Otis "Lee" Sams, successfully completed a fix-and-flip on Millgate Drive, Spring, TX 77373.

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My guess is  @Mark Ainley or @Bob Floss II may be able to provide you some insight.

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As an investor, I feel that I am in the correct position to succeed, both with cash in hand, and connections with rehab/ GC's in Miami.Thank you for your help!

The duplex is currently in my name but was paid for in cash by a family member's line of credit.