General rule of thumb for hard money is 25% (plus closing costs) down especially if you don't have a lot of experience.

You will be out inspection and appraisal costs, but will get your earnest deposit back.  

Quote from @Allen Berrebbi: Just curious if anyone here has actually used this I popped on when it was free.. 

I would be happy to help in any way I can so feel free to reach out. 

I highly recommend that you utilize a low down payment loan (preferrably 5% down since it has less closing costs, you can get out of mortgage insurance once you hit 20%, and you save your FHA for another purchase) and move into a 3-4 unit property.

Are you accounting for the cost of your time?

What is the most current status of another anti-citizen bill proposed by our nanny state?

Hey Ashley,Section 8 provides a subsidy to low-income tenants to help cover their rent, with the amount varying based on factors like local housing costs and tenant income.

The only issue I see is that the report from Onera Group only provided Fresno data for free.

I didn't know the 70% (and then subtract out repair costs) rule.