SFR prefer beachside but do some on landslide.  

If you'll be at NAS Pensacola the entire time and you prefer to be close to base then focusing your search outside the front or back gate may make more sense. 

Some lenders may prefer properties managed by a professional management company, especially for investor loans, but many also allow self-management. 

I prefer to keep all my dealings strictly business, no personal decisions when ever avoidable.

Do you prefer it over installing dry wall?

However, some investors don't mind this strategy if they prefer not to put a lot of liquid in up front and plan to refi out within a few years of closing (which seems to be a great option with the talks of the FED reducing interest rates into 2025).It really comes down to investing in a growing market, in a good neighborhood & building a great team to support you.

Backup alternative in this area is redevelopment to condos if an owner preferred that route.

However, if you prefer something more hands-on, a duplex could be a safer starting point.Ultimately, both are good options, but a 4-plex offers better long-term growth if you're ready for the larger commitment.If you need help with financing or analyzing your options, feel free to reach out, I’d be happy to assist!

We have set up preferred venders with Lenders, Insurance, Property Management and we are Boots On The Ground.  

I had always preferred buying rentals.