At this stage in the game our advice would be to focus on STRs that operations can continue upon closing. - Timing.

How would you approach the next stages of this deal, post offer acceptance; wondering if the seller should have disclosed the current section 8 tenancy (or an Estopel disclosure); should this raise any red flags.?

Most people feel overwhelmed at this stage because there are so many strategies and each comes with its own risks.

I would clean it and get everything staged, if you are staging and do all other items to get it on the market.

Yes, and you can do it safely at your stage.

Longer mortgage terms mean slower equity accumulation, higher borrowing costs, and potential conflicts with legislation stemming from the 2008 financial crisis, setting the stage for a major debate if this idea comes to fruition.

Increasing your rent is horrible advice to begin with; and sweeping the parking lot, virtual staging and hiding the laundry area will certainly not close the obvious value gap!!

I am currently learning about real estate investing and preparing for my first small multifamily property, ideally a duplex or triplex, through an FHA or other low down payment program.At this stage, I am focused on building knowledge, analyzing deals, and understanding financing options so I can be ready when the right opportunity appears.

I can definitely relate to that stage of life.

The key is matching the type of funding to the stage of your flip: quick acquisition money, rehab money, and finally bridging to the exit strategy without over-leveraging.For someone like you, the takeaway is to build relationships with multiple sources of funding now.