When you evict someone the judge will ask you to explain where you came up with charges, etc. and you don't want to look stupid.Be professional and remember that this is a for profit business.  

Just remember to follow all the guidelines to keep them separate.  

Just remember, before asking for something, provide something.

But if I remember they do count all of your income....but they didn't count "projected" rental income on the house your buying.  

Remember you don't have to own a property to control it.

Regarding:1) yes that is one way to do it if you have atleast 1 paystub from the new job its salary or base pay and you have 2 years in the same industry to use as qualifying income (full disclosure I am a loan officer)2) Yes private money would work then rate/term refinance out with conventional when employment income situation or qualifying income situation changes post closing3) this may not work if you dont have it signed as " Daniel Tansill or Assigns.." do you remember how you signed the builder contract?

You'll need to put the rest down in cash, and remember that closing costs are paid out of that 50-75% number.  

The Acquisition is going to be the issue in the SF area. losing-millions-house-flipping-podcast 001I remember searching for a house in the San Carlos/San Mateo hills.

Remember those shows are all staged, nothing is real.Locate and attend 3 different local REIA club meetings great place to meet people gather resources and info.

That said, I am sure there are other investors that have a better system for the lower priced properties and areas, and they are doing well - just not my cup of tea.Also, remember, there is a reason those cashflowing properties are cashflowing that much and it is usually due to lower demand (i.e. desire).