Aim for a credit score of 680+ for better refinance options.

Keep providing value add options for your owners & they'll keep knocking.

I had two real options, University of Oklahoma or Oklahoma State University.

Narrowing down the options will probably come down to comps and city/neighborhood specifics; things like permits.Any good suggestions for finding out how long permits are taking in certain areas?

If you find you are unable to raise the money for an all-cash purchase, switching gears to Fannie will only work if you have a LONG time to close in your PSA or have many extension options (which usually require more hard earnest money.)

If you’re looking for ways to make the numbers work, sometimes that means evaluating different markets, financing options, or property management strategies that help mitigate risks like vacancies and maintenance surprises.You’re not alone in feeling like 2025 could go in multiple directions, but one thing remains true—real estate continues to be one of the strongest vehicles for long-term wealth when approached the right way.

No syndication experience but there are about a dozen quality RV/Mobile home parks on market in Oregon, several with owner carry options that can be passiv-ish with management in place.

In a prior post from about 2 months ago, Kerry Malarkey and Nathan Gesner mentioned a small landlord is exempt from FHA requirements requiring the acceptance of emotional support & assistance animals if one of the...

If you do go the seller finance route, consider asking for a right of first refusal option in the event the seller ever decides to sell the note. 

Fishtown and Point Breeze are strong options but can be pricey.