Private equity usually requires a larger minimum investment and longer hold periods than single-family or small multifamily investing, so it’s not as liquid as traditional rentals.The best way to start is by talking to operators, reviewing a few term sheets, and understanding the types of deals that match your risk tolerance and investment horizon.

I make $62k/yr and have $24k in liquid assets ($11k in investable assets after setting aside my desired 5 month reserve fund).My long-term plan has always been to buy a duplex to house hack, but I came across a cheap 2-unit condo listed around $110k that looks updated and move-in ready.

Run the deal two ways: with 20% down and with FHA 3.5% downA lot of people automatically default to 20% down because “that’s what investors do,” but since you’re living in the property, you might be leaving money on the table.With FHA 3.5% down:You keep more cash in the bank (liquidity is king when house hacking).Your payment will be higher, but because you have multiple income streams, your out-of-pocket housing cost could be lower than with 20%.FHA will also let you use rental income to help with qualification.On a ~$340K purchase, 20% down is $68,000.FHA 3.5% down is only $11,900.You could literally keep $56,000+ in your pocket to fund your next property or reserves.3.

If you sell those, gains would generally be taxable, and depreciation recapture may also apply if any are held as rentals.I’d happy to walk you through how to structure it most efficiently when you're ready.Feel free to e-mail me or reach out anytime.

I talk to a lot of investors who know how to find deals — but funding keeps them from taking the next step.Sometimes it’s credit, sometimes it’s liquidity, and sometimes it’s just not knowing where to start.If that’s you, let’s talk.

Keep in mind, every deal is different and your mileage may vary.https://www.redfin.com/IN/Indianapolis/1515-E-Kessler-Blvd-Dr-46220/home/66981054 (random house, not mine)ARV / Sell Price$235,000We Calculate All CostsPurchase Price$152,75065%Closing Costs$2,000Rehab$30,0006 Months Carrying Costs$9,114Real Estate Selling Costs$14,1006%Other$0Other$0Total Rehab Costs$207,964Now We Calculate ProfitARV / Sell Price$235,000Total Rehab Costs$207,964Gross Profit$27,036IRS Tax$4,05515%Net Profit$22,981Per month profit$3,8306Loan Down Payment$30,55020%Loan Amount$122,20080%Loan Cost per rmonthPrincipal & Interest$8137%Prop Taxes$321Insurance$168HOA Fees$0Monthly Payment Costs$1,302Monthly Payment 1$1,302Monthly Payment 2$1,302Monthly Payment 3$1,302Monthly Payment 4$1,302Monthly Payment 5$1,302Monthly Payment 6$1,302Utilities for 6 months$1,302Total for 6 Months$9,114

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And we are just beginning.Norada Capital Management ( Link )30251 Golden Lantern # E-261Laguna Niguel, CA - 92677-5993Professional poker players call it a “tell.”

Your advantage is that you are motivated and liquid.

You'll also want reserves in case you go over budget on the rehab or the house sits on market for 3 months longer than anticipated.The questions you need to answer are 1) how much cash you have liquid, 2) what is the actual ARV, and 3) what is the realistic cost of the rehab and carry costs.