Often they like to ultimately buy their properties and will pay over market value so they don’t have to uproot the established program to stay in the home they’ve been renting.

Hi Sean from Upstate New York-You have a full time career and have been studying real estate investing.You are asking yourself if you should accumulate properties one by one or a bunch all at once from an investor selling their portfolio.Personally, I would advise you to accumulate your properties one by one using the buying criteria you establish.

Validate their Legitimacy:Ensure the company is properly licensed and regulated, particularly if you're working with private lenders.

We’re happy to help you establish a network of support targeted to your needs, from RE agents to accountants and more.

Eliminate debt, establish a budget, and save.

Both @Nathan Gesner and @Lauren Stark have provided valuable insights on this.One potential path for you is to join an established team to gain experience.

I find it easier this way once you know your regulations and ROI in certain areas.  

In addition to this duplex, I have one other paid off with established LOC, and another nearly paid off.

Something has to get better in that market as the regulations are too confining and essentially up to interpretation by the city explore you engage with.

Property managers have established vendor relationships and can handle issues quickly.Cons of Hiring a Property Manager❌ Lower Profit Margins – Management fees (typically 8-12% of monthly rent) eat into your cash flow, which can be a dealbreaker if your margins are tight.❌ Less Control Over Tenants & Maintenance – You won’t be as involved in selecting tenants or overseeing repairs, which might lead to decisions you wouldn’t have made yourself.❌ Not All Property Managers Are Great – A bad property manager can neglect your property, overcharge for repairs, or poorly handle tenant relations, leading to unnecessary headaches.Which Option Is Right for You?