Encourages learning multiple strategies to apply the right "tool" to different deal scenarios.
Borrowing more than a property is worth can lead to foreclosure if market values drop. The Book on Investing in Real Estate with No (a...
Using low-down-payment options like FHA (3.5% down), VA (0% for veterans), or USDA loans. Encourages learning multiple strategies to apply the right
Occupying one unit of a small multi-family property (2–4 units) while renting out the others to cover the mortgage. VA (0% for veterans)
Negotiating directly with sellers to act as the lender, often with more flexible terms than a bank.
While encouraging, the book highlights several "ugly sides" to these strategies:
These methods only work if you buy properties significantly below market value to ensure positive cash flow.