If you're looking to house hack, this could be a viable option; otherwise, most lenders still require 20%+ down for small multifamily deals.

One option I am trying to decide on is whether or not I should purchase the house myself as an investment property with the intention of either renting it out or fixing it up and selling it.  

I wont be needing 70k upfront thats for sure, so it is a cheaper option for me.  

Additionally, investors can hire a property manager to handle day-to-day operations, freeing up their time and allowing for truly passive income.2.Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)REITs are a passive investment option that allows investors to purchase shares in a company that owns and manages a portfolio of income-producing real estate properties.

Cash gives you options. 

I know it wasn't one of the options but... 

@Kyle Deutschmann want to chat about options for hard money

Quote from @Rowan Lane: If the high interest rates are killing your cash flow, it might be worth looking at other options.

Honestly, we should have been easy clients - we came to him with a plan in place wanting his help on claiming REP status, setting up a cost segregation for a rental property bought and functioning in 2022, so that we could file for 100% bonus depreciation for that tax year.

Still exploring the financing options that are available and doing lots of reading to learn more.