Processes have been set up to provide a degree of protection to parties  involved in subject to transactions.  

Currently, I am looking at Hemlame for local, I tried to use them for an out-of-state investment property, but the cost with an agent would end up far greater than a full-service property manager.The dream option would combine all accounting, bill pay, rent collection, provide eviction services, and maintenance coordination outside of normal hours.

Investing in multifamily properties offers steady cash flow, diversification, as multiple tenants reduce vacancy risks and provide consistent income.

I'm looking at buying turnkey (through a well known provider on BP), and would like an independent property inspector.

This led me to researching schools in my area that provided degrees in construction.

There’s no risk and all reward because if somebody can’t provide ID, they’re not going to be able to rent from me anyway.  

I'm also a licensed mortgage broker with a lot of fix-and-flip programs, including some that require as little as 10% down on the purchase price, and provide 100% of the rehab funding.

The longest terms our plans provide to pay back the money is 5 years and the payments get made automatically through payroll deduction. 

Starting local offers hands-on experience and control, ideal for learning the ropes, while out-of-state investments can provide better returns but require a reliable property manager.

@Adam Newman you will want to confirm this with the bank but you can’t take a loan out to borrow for part of the down payment so you’ll need to provide all the funds yourself or have a gift from someone for that which you don’t have.If you have a gift from someone to bridge the 20%, that would be ideal.