Over our 10+ years in the industry we have seen data that there is an almost unlimited high-end profit margin, but we also feel there is a relatively untapped and large inventory of lower profit flips available that most investors are not focusing on (that have multiple risk mitigation measures in place as well).Our goal is to find the balance of profit, risk, and consistency.

I aiming to sell myself my first multi-unit property. 

I aim to provide that same level of service to buyers who I work with now.

I'll probably be here for another year or two, but I'll keep the property when I do find my next step, and aim for Mid Term rental, to get the higher income. 

I'm aiming to focus on building equity over time through appreciation and debt pay down.Is anyone investing in SFHs in that area?

Hi Taylor,The 1% rule is supposed to be a measure of rent, not the PITI.

All signs of stress.”Inflation Numbers this WeekThe Consumer Price Index measure of inflation increased .4% in February (seasonally adjusted), after rising .3 % in January, or 3.2% YoY (BLS).

My goal is to absorb as much knowledge and wisdom as I can from those willing to share, to help me navigate these initial steps into the real estate market.Over the past 12 months, I've dedicated myself to saving money with the aim of purchasing my first home.

We aim to start with flipping houses to build capital for more significant future investments.Currently, we are exploring the option of finding a partner who is a resident of Australia and has funds to invest with us.The high cost of properties in Sydney is challenging ($2M), so we are considering exploring a more distant but cheaper market.Is it a reasonable strategy for first-time investors?

you are kind of dealing with three diffrent issues here, the thing about not being a legal three unit, super easy don't buy something that's not legal, and your agent really shouldn't be encouring you to break the law, the issues with properties being beat up, the vast majority of multi unit's that sell have some wear & tear that's often the reason for selling, being a tired landlord, if you want turn key, you are proably looking more single family homes or paying big dollars for a turn key multi if it even exists in your market, 3rd we can debate the pro's or con's of this this market but youve hired and agent and 99% of agents are going to tell you its a great time to buy, i'm usually more measured but that's because I have a deep psychological problem in which I care more about being intellectually honest than making money, most agent's however are not afflicted with this disease so your gonna have to make this decision for yourself before you hire any agent.