Several of the contractors offer helical piers but don’t seem to think they’d be a more cost effective option - we can directly ask about this again.  

While I’ve considered cash-out refinancing or HELOCs, the high rates make these options less appealing.I’m debating between using cash to acquire more SFRs or diversifying into mixed-use retail properties.

It’s definitely smart to evaluate the tax and cost implications of your funding options.

If you can buy with 20 percent an hour away, as you said, that seems like the best option if the finances and numbers work for you.

HELOCs are definitely a good option for financing BRRRRs.

Reach out if you would like to compare options or revenue potential for different homes and communities. 

@Matthew Posteraro I'm a big fan of starting with the 5% options. 

I would finish 4/6 rooms down there with proper egress and optional ventilation.

My view is there is more protection on a wrap than a sub to and with the right disclosures and underwriting can be an alternative option. 

Typically, the investors I work with purchase properties in their personal names and then quit-claim the title into their LLC after the deed has been recorded.Markets like OKC, Memphis, and Little Rock offer some excellent, affordable growth opportunities, and I’d be happy to chat with you to explore these options further.