New to real estate investing. Interested in duplex real estate

[Michael Lafears]

I'm interested in possibly purchasing a duplex to rent out one side long term and Airbnb the other side. Any feedback and thoughts? I'm a beginner just doing some research on a niche idea on the Austin,TX area

[Maurice Smith]

so your not planning on living in it at all? In that case be ready to have a 20-25% down payment and 2 months of reserves as well as 6 months of mortgage payments in the bank ( they will verify ) after all that is said and done with make sure the numbers make sense. are you investing for cash flow? or appreciation ? how long do you plan to hold? what is your goal? ask you self these questions, it will give you more clarity