Good on your friend for suggesting house hacking a duplex.

We have  friends that are contractors.

Over the years, with personal investment alongside investments from family and friends, I’ve been able to build a small portfolio of apartment buildings with a focus on cash flow through strong operations.

Is it primarily from private investors, family and friends, or larger funds that lend to hard money lenders?

We are focused on families and want to sleep 10 or more.

Utilizing the many resources to analyze deals and help find investor friendly professionals in your area has helped me tremendously.  

Here’s why Oklahoma might be a great market for you:Affordability: Properties in OKC and Tulsa are often under $200K and offer strong rent-to-price ratios.Landlord-Friendly: Simple tenant laws make managing rentals easier.Growing Economy: Job growth in energy, tech, and aerospace fuels rental demand.How to Evaluate Deals:Run the Numbers: Ensure positive cash flow, check cap rates (6–10%), and use tools like the BiggerPockets calculators.Find Deals: Network with local wholesalers or agents, and look for value-add opportunities in stable neighborhoods like Edmond (OKC) or Broken Arrow (Tulsa).Let me know if you’d like tips on analyzing properties or finding deals!

Chicagoland is extremely tenant friendly so understand that going in. 

Maybe you’ll sleep better at night.  

They simply sleep on issues.