This is actually the strategy that prompted me to get into real estate investing in the first place.

As mentioned above, knowing your strategy is half of the battle, so good work!

Markets are changing fast, and financing strategies need to adjust with them.

Once rents stabilize and debt pay-down kicks in, your overall returns and risk profile improve.Happy to walk through some deal scenarios with you if you want to test this strategy!

Love that you’re jumping in with a clear strategy and timeline.

Stay consistent, ask questions, and take action when the time is right.Feel free to reach out if you ever want to talk strategy or numbers.Drago

Nevertheless, with the right circumstances it is absolutely a vehicle one could use to scale without too much risk - for example if a property was a rental and paid off but had a lot of equity, it could make sense to do the refi.Ultimately every situation is different, but it is definitely a strategy that works for scaling.

Even one well-chosen property can teach you a lot about cash flow, property management, and financing.Mentorship: Don’t hesitate to reach out to seasoned investors in your area—many are open to mentoring newbies who show initiative.Learn to analyze deals: Start practicing with calculators and cash flow models so you can quickly spot properties that meet your goals.If you want, I can share some resources and strategies.

From my perspective as a Real Estate CPA and Tax Strategist, a big driver is predictability of cash flow—many like the steady income stream notes provide without the day-to-day headaches of tenants, maintenance, or surprise expenses.Returns can vary, but I’ve noticed that while they may not always hit the high upside of a great flip, they often provide consistent yields with less volatility.

If you’re willing to trade more time, effort, or systems for higher potential returns, short-term rentals could be the play.Both strategies can be winners—it’s all about aligning your investment with your time, lifestyle, and risk tolerance.👉 What about you?