Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

Or better said, they are vastly inferior to single family properties.- With $100K, you have a lot of options. 

When I worked with a property management company, we had someone buy a unit (single family) that had a STR and marketed it as a STR.

These are great for experienced flippers who can handle the tight timelines and costs.Private investing usually involves individuals funding your deal, like friends, family, or networking connections.

If possible, consider a duplex or single-family home with extra rooms instead, as they offer better appreciation and flexibility.

Investment Info:Single-family residence fix & flip investment.

., "I will buy at least one single-family home, duplex, triplex, or fourplex before the end of 2019") and then do it.

Managing five rentals can eat up a ton of time in any given week, often at times that are inconvenient to you and your personal interests (family, hobbies, travel, etc.).Of course you can manage on your own.

Quote from @Rory Darcy: Hi guys my name is rory, pretty new to this im an out of state investor residing in new york, looking to invest in wisconsin and illinois, currently looking to build my portfolio around multi family duplexes or single family residencies, would be great to connect with like minded investors or agents who can lend a hand.Rookie investors should not invest out of state.

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.