Buying a Duplex or Fixer-Upper

[Jared Baker]

Hello BP!

I was hoping to get some input from the community about what to do.  So I am actively looking for my first deal and was wondering if it is better to buy a duplex or a fixer upper first.  The duplex would allow me someplace to stay for little to cost but I can only save what I am currently paying for rent.  On the other hand I could but a fixer upper, pay the payment on it and then hopefully sell for a small profit to help fund another deal.

Thoughts?