@Kenny BaoTypically, larger properties are sourced through brokers.

He is 69 and does not want to reinvest (1031 exchange), which leaves me having to make a much larger investment on my own to meet the 1031 requirements which is more than I’m willing to do at this time.

Fannie Mae allows for higher loan amounts and larger renovations (up to $806,500 in most states). 

A fully paid for larger MF. 

Tardus is a wealth coaching company. 

Leave the owners alone, when and if they are ready to sell, they will, and there will be plenty of lots to choose from on the MLS.I have no statistics to back this up, but in my casual observation after our fire is about 1/3 of the owners rebuilt their homes (some built similar, some duplicated exactly--big mistake, and some built better/nicer/larger homes). 

I invest only in Valparaiso, IN so far, with only SFR, but I am motivated to start with something larger 4-8 units would be good.   

Usually having a servicing company helps the lender to consider that.  

There's lots of properties for sale in the Smoky mountains so you may also have a larger selection of options to purchase as well.

I've been thinking about this for awhile but unsure how the exact mechanics work. Stability: Homeowners tend to stay in their homes longer than renters, which can create a more stable environment for families and chil...