But if they want easy income, it could definitely work! 

I think there's little to help folks like myself starting with little capital who want a more realistic path in than save $100k and then get started.

I’m trying to weigh my options, and could use help to decide the best path forward. 

They can serve the initial notice to vacate but the actual court filing needs to come from you as the owner or through an attorney.Given you're out of state, working with a local eviction attorney is definitely your best bet here.

@Jackson Harris as long as your definition of MF is duplex, triplex or quads AND your willing to live in some of the tougher (or at least, less desirable) neighborhoods AND you have patience your plan can work.

You're on the right path—stay cautious and confident!

Definitely will look into DSCR loans as part of my education.

Something to definitely consider evaluating more.

I will definitely look into this!

I may be misunderstanding your question.In an "assumption" (it's an actual banking term with a definition) the bank takes you though the same hoops as if it's a new loan.