The main reason I bring that up is because you'll find that a lot of househack options in NYC & LI don't make too much sense on paper for the first 3-5 years, unless you bring a large downpayment to the table. 

If you read about transfer taxes at the PA Dept of Revenue website, you should be able to find a document with a table where you would look up that factor. 

I have it at around $5K for a quality living and dining setup (sectional, accent chairs, coffee table, tv, rug, dining set for 6).

@Michael Schaffer  Gas stations present some unique challenges. 

I understand the unique accounting needs of real estate businesses and can help you track all your financials effectively.I am familiar with the best practices for classifying flips in QBO, whether they should be treated as short-term or long-term investments.

That is a very unique situation that no other contractor would ever offer you, so IMO, given your circumstances (assuming you are able and qualified financially and won’t be house poor) I would take your buddy up on the multi construction seminar.

Maybe there’s another strategy that might benefit our unique situation. 

My employee was giggling when they told me the attorney taking testimony from them banged on the table, angry and yelling "we got screwed".

Beyond that, there is a MACRS depreciation on the table and is once again available depending on your situation. 

Hey @Yonathan Cabrera, it isn't off the table as this article points out:https://www.rocketmortgage.com/learn/va-loan-for-investment-...At your age, I might look into buying a 4 plex and live in one and rent the other 3 as long term rentals.Essentially you have to occupy the property within 60 days, then you can buy another one after a year, rent the last unit and do it all again.This is where occupancy requirements for VA loan rental properties come in.