I have been hearing a lot about using private lending (hard money, etc.) to acquire more realestate, notes, etc.

My wife and I are wanting to begin acquiring some rentals but need some guidance. 

Perhaps relevant,  I don't mind being a hands-on landlord in terms of maintenance, acquiring tenants etc.   

If you are willing to put down 25% than you don't necessary need to live there....Most people who want to "house-hack" like this will use an FHA loan to acquire 2-4 units because of the low down payment and ability to use the rental income.  

We are acquiring a duplex in Sacramento and we have a tenant who is a section 8 tenant.

I am currently looking to acquire more buy and hold rentals in Baltimore city as well as considering locations in the county if the numbers make sense.

You'll be able to acquire an asset with little money down, reduce your living expenses and learn a lot about real estate investing.Will you have a W2 income?

Hi BP community, I just got introduced to this site and the wealth of knowledge I have acquired in such a little time is truly amazing.I am trying to get my first deal by driving for dollars and writing down the addresses of the distressed houses.

Hello fellow BPers,I am in the process of acquiring a 15 unit building in Wilmington, Delaware and would like to utilize the services of a management company for the property.Would anyone know of an experienced and reliable company?

This is a great strategy which I've used with success to acquire a few properties.