BP is a great resource.

Multifamily often wins long term because depreciation is larger, expenses are cleaner to allocate, and one acquisition can offset more income at once compared to 1–2 SFHs.

Sellers who agree to carry often accept a lower purchase price too, because the interest income makes up the difference over time.The "no compete" structure the seller mentioned is interesting — that's an allocation strategy that can reduce the portion of the purchase price assigned to real property, which directly lowers your property tax basis.

If not, use a flat utility allocation to avoid unpredictable seasonal swings eating your margin.

I have scaled to 60 units now- if I can ever be a resource on how to grow your portfolio (if that's your goal) let me know- happy to help. 

I expect I allocate more to maintenance/cap ex than 95% of the investors on this site.  

DM me anytime, happy to be a resource if I can! 

The MLS is often your best resource, but the key is knowing how to properly analyze what comes on the market.To get a truly exceptional deal—like one I was able to pick up recently—I had to consistently market to a local duplex neighborhood for over four years and build relationships with owners.

I am a residential investment loan officer and would be more than happy to serve as a resource to help you navigate through and become better educated about various lending programs and financing strategies.

Great information and resource @Douglas Dolgoff thanks!