New Member from Washington – Preparing for My First Duplex or Triplex

[Olaf Camacho]

Hello everyone,

My name is Olaf Camacho, and I am from Yakima, Washington. I recently began learning about real estate investing and plan to start with a small multifamily property, ideally a duplex or triplex, through an FHA or other low down payment program.

I am currently reading some of Brandon Turner’s books to understand the fundamentals of house hacking, deal analysis, and property management. My goal is to build a strong foundation for long-term financial freedom while learning from experienced investors here in the BiggerPockets community.

Professionally, I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a Specialization in Supply Chain Management and a Minor in Business Analytics. I am Lean Six Sigma Yellow and Green Belt Certified, with experience in operations, process improvement, and procurement within the distribution industry.

I am very motivated to learn, connect, and grow in this field. I truly appreciate the openness of this community, and I look forward to hearing from members who have been through the early stages of their journey. Any advice or insight from Washington-based investors would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you all,
Olaf Camacho

[Nadeem Alamgir]

Olaf Camacho 

Sounds like you're approaching this the right way. Starting with a small multifamily using FHA is one of the easiest way to get started while building equity and experience at the same time.

Keep focusing on analyzing deals and connecting with local investors. That foundation will pay off when you scale later. You’ve already got the right mindset and background.