I would not consider a duplex multi family although it does have some of the characteristics. 

All your questions about advice on financing and the local market can be answered here on BP.As you work to make and save more money, it couldn't hurt to begin speaking with friends and family. 

Hi Peter —Generally speaking, it’s difficult to get a definitive answer on the legality of rent-by-the-room in single-family residential zones around metro Atlanta.

Black families attempting to buy in A or B neighborhoods faced near-total exclusion" how did this thread turn into a black ownership in America thread. 

That's an exciting (and smart) goal to have for your family.

I suspected these might not be legitimate, as a family of four would typically have enough emotional support from each other. 

I've owned the two-family for about a year, and have been renovating and funding it out-of-pocket as I go.

Anyone currently investing in the dmv area I'd love to gain some insight on where the best opportunity for multi family currently is.

Good luck with the multi-family house hack.

It will take some work; you'll need to plan ahead, structure things right, and make sure that it makes sense with your entire financial picture.The best move for families in this situation is to review the tax transcript early and work with a CPA and title professional who can confirm the lien’s status before listing or transferring the property.