No plans to pull any equity out currently, but need to start thinking and strategizing this for the future. 

Position your past as value — not a detour.

Quote from @Aaron Zimmerman: Glen - are you in a position to house hack?

Week of October 13, 2025Hey everyone,We got some surprisingly positive housing data this week — builder confidence is climbing, and the Fed’s Beige Book gives us clues on what could happen with rates next.

The  due diligence is basically the same but its more problem solving and have to strategize the different exit strategies. 

This person should have a teacher's heart and be able to connect you with the other members of the team you will need like investor friendly contractors, inspectors, lenders, and so on.In your position, and frankly all of our positions, you want to live below your means and have as much free working capital to invest, give to causes you care about, and save for emergencies.Then, look to add income streams by renting rooms to others or spaces for storage-even if you rent. 

So it's crucial to know this number going in (as well as understanding the HOA's financial position and reserves, because if they are strapped for cash, they can raise the montly fees at the next HOA meeting). 2.

   •   Rapid days on market (~44) means a well-positioned rehab could turn relatively quick

STR’s are illegal in NYC, and I don’t understand how positive cash flow is possible for rental investment properties in NYC (given the high cost of properties and rents that do not scale by the same factor), but I’m wondering about MTRs.

The rent-to-price ratios here are some of the best in the country, and it’s a great place to build your first team with experienced property managers, contractors, and lenders who understand investor needs.If you’d ever like to learn more about how investors are structuring their first few deals here , or just want to talk through the SFR vs. small multi question , I’d be happy to help however I can.You’re in a great position to take that first step.