The immediate goal in finishing the basement is to make more space for our family of four.

If you house hack a single family residence by renting out  a room or two then you would have no property tax but if you buy a duplex you might have to pro-rate the property tax.  

If you are trying to raise a few hundred thousand to buy another 4-6 unit property, while I would not invest in someone with less than a year experience, I am guessing some of your pilot friends, other friends, or family members may be willing to chip in.Now, if you want to jump from a triplex to 80 units, raising 4-5mm of equity and another 4-5mm in debt, than I would just manage your expectations. 

With good software available so readily I'd say nah, but you have a partnership with non-family.  

But if it's coming at the cost of your health or something else important than time with your family then it's perfectly fine to step back when you need to.I think this goes without saying.

Their family has no desire to deal with the property.

The typical price point is 120-180k for a single family house.

Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.

I'm based in Connecticut and currently looking to get into multi-family properties.

Similarly, 73170 is in a growing area with good schools and strong community appeal, making it attractive for both renters and families looking to buy.