Definitely at least would seem exploring just taking out a 20% down payment loan with the partner on the investment property purchase but I'd have to see more info

Long term I think a duplex will beat out a SFH.  

I have about 5 years experience with short term rentals as a host/co-host.

Two big names investing in Detroit area of time city icon Mike Ilitch (owns Little Ceaser's and the Red Wings among other things) and Dan Gilbert (Quicken Loans).

I used an FHA loan with 3.5% down How did you add value to the deal?

Long-term trends appreciate over time.

It's smart to have more than a few conversations because not everyone offers the same products, leverage or terms.

In terms of sellers, I plan on negotiating with them directly with no agents.

Purchase price: $234,900 Cash invested: $7,000 I house hack 2 bedrooms in a 4-bedroom home as Mid-Term Rentals.

When using the Fannie/Freddie/Federal Home Loan Bank second home occupancy loan and you transfer title within the first year to an LLC that the borrower is majority owner of it will not trigger the due on sale clause as long as you can attest that it will continue to be a second home.