This ensures we are not put into financial dismay because the investor was not truly ready to invest or we are not fronting the costs for your projects.

I would guess they are hiding something and it has directly to do with the numbers, or why else be uncooperative about rent rolls and financials.

Commercial lenders will typically lend to an LLC.Appraised value is based on rental income, not on comps.Downsides:Probably adjustable.Probably higher rate.Probably get to harass you for your financials on an annual basis.

Absolute convinced real estate is the long term answer to financial security.

I know I can make the live-in/house hack option work financially, but I'm not sold on moving to Allentown...

Depending on your financial situation I would roll the dice.

@Jimmy Ready From a financial perspective, the biggest impediment is that you will always have to pay MI.

Gaining financial independence while doing it is not a bad thing either.

In fact, it could even be detrimental because it can lead to being a cocky lone wolf who doesn’t need to seek out more experienced financial partners for their more seasoned opinions and calculations.  

I agree with the masses - hold true to the financials.