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Martin Elkins
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Gainesville, FL
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First Time RE Investor - Seeking Guidance

Martin Elkins
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Gainesville, FL
Posted

Hello BP Members,

I am looking at buying an investment property, as you may have guessed. I am looking into multi-unit rentals because I feel they have better returns, in general. First off, is that even true?

I have stumbled across a listing for a 7-unit (1 studio, 6 1/1s, across 3 buildings) property in my area. It was built in 1930 and sits between commercial complexes on 3 sides, 4th side is open to a local highway. I am intrigued by it on face value but I don't know how to move forward with even finding the needed information. The listing agent will not release any financial info without a contract. It is also owned currently by a company that is involved with real estate. I always wonder why a person/company that invests in property would sell a successful property...

So what I'm looking for is:

What information do I need to find out to see if I want to move forward with a contract?

If I do want to move forward, how should I structure a contract to provide me maximum contingency options and protections?

Thanks everyone!

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