I would prefer in person.

Heavy tax deductions :)Credit score over 750Cash available for down payment: $50,000 Looking to invest in Dallas - Fort Worth area - class B property preferably I was wandering if you guys know of some creative financing ideas for my situation.

I would prefer to knock both out at the same time with a cooperative state that covers both but am not sure if that is how this process works?

Although the math implies some leverage is better than none, your personal preferences and goals should play a large role in the decision as well.

Your attorney may prefer to do transfer deed first due to liability concerns.

Either way, if after the treatment she is still complaining I will give her a way out of the lease if thats what she prefers...

We'd prefer something close but price-wise I was curious to hear if there are any markets we're missing. 

Preferably within hours of closing, right?)

I am going to review all these recommendations with my property manager, real estate agent, and preferred lenders and lean on their expertise to make the best decision.Thanks again for all of the different perspectives - really helped me to think through the ramifications of my decisions!

As you said, these things are subjective, so I can only speak for myself.I prefer live-in flips and house hacks.