Down the road as you do more deals, then yes you have a reputation.You will also hear people say on podcasts that leverage reduces risk.

I am really considering it.My question to anybody that is doing this...is it easy to leverage equity to buy more properties under the commercial loan?

Please see more below:Solo 401k vs Self-directed IRA:A Solo 401k has several advantages as compared to a Self-Directed IRA including the following which specifically apply to your situation:Unlike a Self-directed IRA, you can have the account for the Solo 401k at a bank or brokerage that does not charge maintenance fees and where you will have checkbook control.Unlike a Self-directed IRA, if you use leverage (which must be non-recourse financing in either case) to acquire real estate with your Solo 401k the income will not be subject to Unrelated Debt Finance Income taxGeneral Considerations Re Investing Retirement Funds in Real Estate:1.

I'd prefer to leverage it to buy multiple properties.If any hard money lenders could jump in and clarify if there is an option outside of traditional finance that I could avail of I would be happy to listen.Also, I will be in Phoenix, Arizona next month for a week if anyone is interested in meeting up (Even if its only for a friendly chat) I'd love to hear from you too.Thanks!

Also a veteran looking to leverage VA benefits. 

She has since signed the PA and now we are coordinating a few other loose ends to hopefully close in the next few months.While I currently have a large fix/flip going which has forced me to leverage both cash on hand and majority of all my credit.

Be cautious and don't over leverage if/when you buy.  

You could be too leveraged, for any financial institution.

Leveraging where I could.Take advantage of this high market and put your money into an asset(s) that is valued as a business and not subjected to the sways if the market.It will also make your life more manageable with a w-2, free up a lot of $ and reduce your tax exposure as you raise those kids.Locking up all of that cash makes that $9-10k not as appealing for me.

I feel like I find a new loan product every day.I'm hoping to leverage the Bigger Pockets community for some advice. :)  Thanks and have a wonderful 2020!