As you begin your REI journey here is one tip I have for you:Use this website as you are trying to narrow down the places you want to invest in. https://www.areavibes.com/Its awesome because it gives you a "total livability score" & you can compare different zip codes & streets to others. 

REAL Estate in any form takes capital.. don't let anyone tell you different 

1-The goal wouldn't necessarily be to eventually to rent it out, main goal is to build equity and create value.

Here's why:The Multi-State Chess Game:• Client had properties in 3 states• Each state has different deadlines to assess taxes• Federal changes trigger automatic state assessments• Timing the response saved $45K in state taxes🏠 Real Estate Investor Pro Tip:States can't assess back taxes if their statute of limitations expires before federal changes finalize.

I totally agree, big investors can go nationwide, but knowing the ins and outs of your local market makes all the difference.

Depending on where exactly the property is located they may have some different rules/laws in place.

The main hassle of conventional lending is being able to provide proof of income and seasoning.

Unlike the Bay Area, at least from my experience in Sacramento, i don't think the difference in down-payment from a duplex and tri-plex is that significant.

This is an example of private lending which is different than the IRA owning real estate and does not trigger UDFI/UBIT tax.

Does this structure make sense for investors, or would you recommend different terms to make it more appealing?