a flip requires CASH for closing costs and points, a down payment, holding costs, costs to cover any overage you weren't able to borrow...so, the issue with flipping is that (1) it takes capital, and (2) the return is 6-12 months out.

Im currently negatively cash flowing.

Cash for keys is another option.Good Luck.

Yes you can use the cash out proceeds to payoff a mortgage balance for an investment property since it is still qualified as business purpose use. 

You don't need cash flow immediately to support you.4.

Best thing you can do is find an insurance broker that will shop each renewal to ensure you have the best coverage for the best cash flow. 

Purchase price: $68,000 Cash invested: $27,000 https://hotpads.com/533-wilson-st-baltimore-md-21217-1jm132x/pad What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

Purchase price: $204,000 Cash invested: $8,000 Location, Location, Location!

the cost of all properties, is the cash that comes out of your pocket...not the interest charge if you have positive CF. 

That is because markets with good initial cash flow have that good initial cash flow because their appreciation and rent growth outlook is poor.