Quote from @Evan Arkell: I’m a new investor and what to read some good real estate books.

@Branden Barber best of luck!

Also bathroom remodels are one of the best ways to increase value in a home - so my recommendation would be to do the bathroom if you can afford it.

We’re one of the few property managers that require W-2’s and a bank statement and we go way beyond the traditional, “income must = 3x rent” qualifier.Below is more information about what our Applications Department does to screen applicants and find the best tenants possible for your property.Required InfoWe require the following from each applicant over the age of 18, that is not a dependent of another applicant (as evidenced on a tax return):Copy of acceptable state picture IDRecent YTD paystubRecent W-2Recent Bank Statement, all pages, no info blacked outRecent tax return if self-employedApplicants are often slow about turning this information in, asking us why we need it and then taking several days to submit.

My wife and I are planning a move to Marin County in 2026, and we’re actively prepping to buy a small multifamily to househack - ideally 2–4 units, with the goal of buying another property in 1-1.5 years and cash flowing after we move out from the first one.We’re targeting:- Timeline: early 2026- $500-800k, possibly stretching higher if the deal makes sense- 5% down conventional- Class B to C+ neighborhoods in Marin, Sonoma, or nearby East Bay- Ideally some value-add upsideThe plan is to build some equity and appreciation, repeat, and branch into out-of-state investing.

The headache of screening tenants and having them pay a deposit made Furnish Finders not worth the effort either.

What is the best way to get this thing bought with minimal down payment.

Hello, is there a section in the forum that allows for the marketing of wholesale deals?

It's great that you are willing to grind, this business requires that type of commitment.

What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?