This is how I see it:Single-Family Homes:Pros:Larger pool of potential tenants (families).Simpler management (one tenant, one lease).Often easier to finance.May appreciate faster in some markets.Cons:Only one income stream.Vacancy hits harder financially.Duplexes:Pros:Two potential income streams.Live in one unit and rent the other (house hacking!)

I've managed up to 400 rentals and never offered a concession.

Not sure if you have a single STR or manage a portfolio, but I’m only managing one STR right now, and wondering how to set up that kind of payment?

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From experience, finding a knowledgeable accountant is key for handling taxes effectively, especially when splitting expenses, claiming deductions, and managing depreciation.

Local property managers or agents can often provide trusted referrals, and real estate meetups are also great for connections.Wishing you the best!

If you’re looking for steady rental demand and manageable property prices, it’s worth considering.Best of luck with your search!

My goal would be to start within 1-2 years and get some more experience with the construction process, project management, financing/budgeting, etc.

Sees a lot of off market stuff because he is a property manager as well.The toughest part about investing outside of your locality is finding boots on the ground that you can trust.

But, if a cost-seg study is done on the old property, you can manage Sec. 1245 recapture tax by doing a study on the new property to confirm it has as much or more Sec. 1245 property.You cannot swap a fully depreciated gas station for a raw piece of land and avoid recapture - you must replace all the 1245 and 1250 property.3) OZ - Sure you can defer your capital gains for a few years into an OZ fund, but the magic of OZ investments is the ability to achieve tax-exempt growth after a 10-year holding period.