I lived in Fayetteville for 10 years. my partner is still my boots on the ground there, we do BRRR flips all the time.

Partner still owes 550k left. 

My partners and I got a burnt house under contract that was a probate/Trust property.

Me and my partner have completed over 1,000 value add units and several pending.

I think your first step should be partnering with someone that has done this before.

Have you thought about partnering up in joint ventures or getting involved in syndication?

Timing isn't ideal - at least in Minnesota - but I figure real estate is just like any other industry: regardless of market conditions there is always money to be made if you're creative, have a plan and the right strategy.My business partner and I have the creativity part down but the plan and strategy are items that we're working on.

Bought property for 13,500 plus 3500 to wholesaler. sold on terms to handyman employed by my JV partner.

(I know family/friends do not always make the best business partners but in this case I am content with the situation, so this is where we are at)Questions:1.

If it is worth getting my dti lower, would it be better to reduce debt (and debt payments) or increase income (by purchasing rental property with cash, or something of that nature)?