Maybe a $5K deductable might save you money and be what you’re looking for.

I’m currently still living at home so I can save as much money as possible for my first down payment, but during this time I’ve been listening to as many podcast and reading up on the forums!

I’m new to real estate investing and am currently looking to move my retirement savings to real estate.

However this is the house that appreciates the most out of the 4 rentals we own.Would love to buy a multifamily (4-12 unit) in a year or so with 25% down using 2017-18 savings and keep the house in question.

Save more money

So tapping the heloc prior to sale will not save you taxes. 

My seller is retiring and willing to seller finance for great rates. 

Down payments on FHA with closing costs are  around $30K to $40K on a $500K buildingYou can even ask the seller to roll the closing costs for $10K and roll it in the loan essentially paying just $20K downFigure out how to save or get that money as a gift.

House hacking would be an excellent way to get started on that path, and if you have that much cash saved, you probably have the ability to house hack and even invest further if you choose.

Saves a lot of time.Would like to know more about your progress.