First deal flip or buy rental?

[Landon Bishoff]

Hey guys, I just wanted to hear some of your guys opinions on this. I was wondering what would be better to start off as a real estate investor? My long term goal is to focus on multi family properties. I have been saving a lot and working hard and finally for my market have enough money to put 20% down on a duplex. The question is should I try and do a flip in order to gain more experience about the buying process and other technicalities of purchasing and handling property? Or Since the funds are present, should I pull the trigger on a rental property when a cash flowing opportunity appears in my market? Thanks!