You have so much time to figure out what you want to do and build a network throughout that time.

Laundromats that are next to (same building) or attachedwith an access door to a coffee shop, cafe, etc are the best ones to get.

I think another factor here in determining whether its a good investment is your age and your goals. 

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Build equity while gaining experience as landlords.

I here in the Netherlands Rotterdam working on renovating a 3 unit building

Yes they are buying old homes to tear down to build there now.

Hi Anthony, it sounds like you’re in a good position to start building your STR portfolio, especially with no debt, great credit, and rent-free living!

Utter blasphemy, only "unsophisticated" investors buy in cash.An experienced investor once told me "why use my cash, when I could just default on OPM" I know its not popular thought on BP.. and of course ramp up requires it unless you inherit a ton of dough but as we age out I sure like free and clear and no debt.. just the hassle factor of having to make payments :)

We want to purchase a property to begin building our rental portfolio but are unsure of the best approach.We live in Sonoma County, California, and I work in Healdsburg.