Another option if this is strictly for investment purposes, you could try to go DSCR. we have one lender that will allow for 1-4 units (inv. prop solely) who will go as low as 620 fico, but your LTV may be limited to, say, 70%. qualifying would be based on the rents received, not off your $100k income. there are options out there, keep working at it and get a 2nd opinion even on a full-doc loan. hope this was helpful to some degree!

I am trying to get into the real estate industry as one of my main income sources, however I don't want to take a slow and steady approach as a goal to finally retire comfortable at 50.

I always toggle between the two options of refi'ing them in a portfolio loan rather than doing them individually.

From my research it seems prices have gone up a lot in recent years so I am wondering if this strategy is still a feasible option for someone looking to start with a SFH for 150k or below, adding value with a rehab and getting a high enough appraisal to make it work. 

There wouldn't be a deal without YOU.You can pull lists from batch leads, list source, propstream, deal machine, tons of sources it's up to you to figure out what tools you need & for what price.Get after it!

Yikes; need to have more location options for Missouri.

I will definitely be looking at good options and seeing if I can do this.

I talk with many CA investors that are just ready to leave with the equity and move to a more landlord friendly state like Nevada.Talk to a CPA and a QI about options for the exchange. 

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Los Angeles market for house hacking.Is it generally better to buy a duplex for house hacking in a better area, for example, Silver Lake, but pay a bigger down payment(20%-25%) for a move in ready home or buy a fixer ...