It has added features the few of the big name companies in market.

My thinking is take the $26K as it would take me 10 years to accumulate $26K at $200 extra a month!

You avoided all the extra hoops that come with an investment loan, and that 2.9% rate is absolute gold, so you’re right not to give it up.You've gotten some good answers others have mentioned, you technically could try to move the property into an LLC by changing the deed, but with a conventional loan, that often runs into lender restrictions or due-on-sale issues.

The combination of this method with your upcoming investments in affordable markets and value added projects will help you achieve maximum cash flow expansion.Good luck!

Every extra week vacant often costs more than the savings from DIY labor.A few common rules of thumb:If the unit can rent quickly at a strong rate, owners lean toward outsourcing to minimize downtime.If it’s a lower-rent unit with lighter work, some will DIY to protect margins.Anything involving trades (plumbing, electrical, flooring, major cleaning) usually gets outsourced for quality and timeline control.Location and rent level matter, but speed and reliability usually drive the decision.

When I realized that the cost of financing that extra $25,000 was minuscule, it was a helpful lesson.in your particular case, if you are able to qualify for a low down payment loan of 3%, 5%, 10% etc, the numbers may end up working better than you expect.Hope this helps!

In a flip, every extra week can mean additional costs.

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This shows I'm serious and willing to go the extra step beyond my job description.

Some newer investors balance direct ownership with co investing opportunities, like what we do in our Co Investing Club, which allows you to gain exposure to larger deals without adding operational strain during a demanding career phase.