Flat fee brokerages have been around forever, as low as $295.

@Lucas Helliker I am a multifamily broker who only sells multifamily in the KC metro - typically 5-50 units but go as low as 2 and up to about 72 units.

But, ultimately, it could work if you don't mind a low ROI.It could make sense if you look at a lifestyle rather than an investment purchase and you're just happy to cover your costs.

I have tested it in the past and find that it is way off (usually on the low side) for me.  

The best route is low coverage industrial, industrial outdoor storage.

I also know Arizona is fairly investor 'friendly' and has fairly low property taxes.Interested in purchasing small multifamily properties (2-8 units) depending on the property and numbers of course.

Hey everyone!I currently rent in Nevada and am looking to buy a house or condo where my wife will be staying 1 week per month for school. The rest of the time I would rent it out as a STR. What are lower down payment ...

I wouldn't have to wait longer to prove my income on something that price.However, I'm wondering if it's a good investment or, like someone told me, "if house prices are that low, you'll likely be in a poor area and not have great tenants."

Some will go down as low as $100,000.  

But this is Rare.. you cant compare most low value areas of cities in the mid west or Rust belt to Charleston SC..