Not to mention there is others out there with GIANT budgets, massive systems, proprietary software to effect big efficiencies, and they can't operate at that insanely low level, there is a reason for that. 

Hi @Julie Philpott it depends where you are in Franklinton to feel the full effects of those new developments.

I need to do research once I get settled somewhere (our other house was heavily damaged by trees falling on it) but thought I'd ask this forum in the meantime.I'm grateful for any advice that you have, and I hope everyone is safe.Talk to your insurance agent ASAP.

I don’t know which way to tap into equity and where to invest in .Quote from @Samuel Diouf: I love house hacking because you can get into the higher priced areas and leverage your money very effectively. 

Those are significant network effects and technology maturity factors that will make it very difficult for a crypto to supplant bitcoin as essentially the global reserve cryptocurrency.

This means you’re effectively living for free, or close to it, while building equity in your property.Low-Cost Entry into Real Estate InvestingBecause you're living in the property, you can qualify for owner-occupied financing.

Security Deposits are for damage to the unit, not rent.

Some owners would prefer a clearly defined floor even at the cost of not rising to the highest ceiling.While I hate to say it, there are also property owners who lack either the time, knowledge, inclination, or skill to want to manage their property effectively.

Address issues like a squeaky basement shower and squeaky floors by marketing the space effectively.

Relationship-Based LendingBanks: Normal transactions are always cold-blooded and policy-oriented.Private Money Lenders: Most often work with borrowers to create solutions and value relationships over strict rules.The Bottom LineThe power of private money lending, I think, is a pretty effective alternative for borrowers who need speed, flexibility, and customized solutions—especially in industries like real estate investing.