Like if we sell a property we were originally planning on holding, etc.I don't know what kind of goal setting you're doing but would recommend to set ones that are attainable, not "shoot for the stars" type of goals.

If the stars align, this might allow you to get the best of several worlds - a larger, nicer asset that is more meaningful to your overall financial position, a great owner-occupied loan with a low down payment, and a potential for significant cash flow. 

While those are still robust increases, we’re seeing appreciation slow in the Austin area compared to the frenzied times experienced the past couple of years.Housing inventory is finally increasing from the rock-bottom levels buyers experienced in recent years.

I found a 4-star hotel in foreclosure.

You can learn to do this on your own or get a rockstar REALTOR to lead the way.

Investment Info:

Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

Investment Info:

Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

Single-family value-add buy & hold

So in a stars align perfectly kinda way, the best way would be a combination of the two you already mentioned.

You can learn to do this on your own or get a rockstar REALTOR to lead the way.

You can learn to do this on your own or get a rockstar REALTOR to lead the way.