If you take the money out at a loss and reposition it into a different market, you need a new team.

I know the consensus is "The best market is the one you're already in"  but I'm just curious.If you could start over anywhere with a decent chunk of money and a solid house hacking strategy, where would you choose?

Taking this extra step ensures veterans have the same opportunity as others to compete in a tight housing market.

@Susan McBride it is a common tactic that allows them to bring less money to the table. 

Hi all,I just closed on my first rental property and used all the money I saved for that downpayment.

I want to make the best decision with saving the most amount of money and reducing future headaches moving forward.  

Is the initial deposit applied to the eventual money needed for down payment? 

I dont mind the extra bookkeeping.

And she’d get a discount as some of the sales money would come back to her. 

This is a lot less money than if she were to sell to  a homeowner.