It's always a good idea to speak with multiple lenders, which I would suggest to you.I'm assuming your lender said you need to rent out your existing home because most likely your DTI won't qualify you for two mortgage simultaneously.

What are the potential risks as the owner of the practice? 

I am a rental property owner and I’m particularly interested in the “numbers” side of real estate: bookkeeping habits, expense categorization, and month-to-month cash flow visibility.I’m here to learn best practices from experienced investors and to join conversations about operating rentals efficiently.

After establishing a service company in 2014 and acquiring a commercial headquarters, financial discipline has been a key focus.Investment Focus & StrategyThe current focus is on transitioning fully into real estate, seeking assets that align with the following criteria:Target: Value-Add opportunities where a background in construction and structural knowledge can contribute to property improvement and appreciation.Goal: Income-producing properties with a focus on sustainable cash flow.Approach: Interested in projects that may require addressing physical property needs, leveraging practical trade experience.Building ConnectionsBringing a blend of practical knowledge and business experience to the table.

Thanks in advance — every insight helps make tools like this more practical for the community. 🙏 You're entering a very crowded market - so, if I were you (which I was at one point), I'd niche down hard into a PAINFUL part of a real estate investor's journey.

One thing that stood out is how many investors have not been exposed to the importance dealing with the same core challenges:• Knowing what to analyze vs over-analyzing• Wanting to network but not knowing how to approach it• Trying to move from “learning mode” to first real dealThis week I’m focused on breaking down:•Simple deal analysis frameworks that don’t require advanced spreadsheets•How to actually start conversations with investors, lenders & agents (without feeling awkward or spammy)•What beginners should prioritize before their first buy-&-holdNo guru talk — just practical steps & real conversations.If you’re early in your investing journey: 👉 What’s your biggest obstacle right now — analysis, capital, confidence or connections?

Over the past few years, I’ve been intentionally studying real estate through books, podcasts, and hands-on learning, and I’m committed to building a solid foundation before scaling.I currently own one rental property, which has helped me gain practical experience with ownership, tenants, and cash flow.

I also like the strategy of modeling multiple offer prices simultaneously — letting the numbers dictate the ceiling ensures both discipline and flexibility.It’s a smart way to balance competitiveness with lender-grade safety, and it reinforces the value of data-driven decision-making over intuition alone.

Here are a few practical next steps to turn this into a real deal:1.

If anyone has best practices on this topic please chime in.