Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.

And, more importantly, is it worth the extra spend when compared to more affordable, “unlimited” options?

- Were the cash flow metrics tough to meet compared to traditional approvals?

Hi,I'm based in IL and own an LLC and considering investing in TXWhen purchasing a property there, would it be better to hold the title, in my personal name, my Illinois LLC or by creating a TX LLC?

Quote from @Melinda Eilts: Over the years, I’ve seen investors run into the same problems when it comes to financing:Rushing into deals without clear exit strategiesUnderestimating holding costsNot comparing multiple funding optionsHave you made any of these mistakes early on?

Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment in Detroit.Purchase price: $160,000Cash invested: $70,000Duplex in a high-growth Detroit neighborhood.

With higher interest rates and some homes sitting longer on the market, I’m seeing more investors consider the buy-and-hold rental route.

For those who have experience—what made you choose notes, and how did the returns compare?

Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

If a project drags past your original timeline, do you build in extra holding cost reserves, or do you try to refinance mid-project to save cash flow?