Everything comes with a risk but I want to hear everyone's opinions for both states in the long run, thanks in advance It really depends on your style and goals and type of investing.I invest in multiple states and there can be some substantial differences.First decide if you want to do Flips, Long Term Rentals, Short Term Rentals, Shared Housing, Multi Family, Land, Tax Deeds, REITs, Syndication, Commercial and then decide. 

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So, overall, I think these four areas are very distinct in the style of life they offer.

Life changes made it necessary to find a new living arrangement and if I'm going to move then why not buy and utilize financing for owner occupied multiplex?

Additionally, if he’s legally and financially tied to the property, it might limit his flexibility if he wants to make major life changes, like moving or starting his own investment ventures.Ultimately, the decision depends on how involved you want him to be in the financial side of the property and how much risk he’s willing to take. 

In a previous life I projected managed 54 new builds and have done my own flips to stabilize my own neighborhood.

My girlfriend and I have been looking at properties over the last couple of months due to life situations changing and having a decent chunk of change saved for a down payment.

Both options have pros and cons, and the right choice depends on your lifestyle, experience, and long-term goals.

Not going to happen in my life, as it would be a major change, which I'm not willing to go thru.

Another lever you can pull is marketing the units in a different way if you havent explore getting professional photos done or styling the unit further with a professional decorator.