I am sorry that the storm that passed through just prior to your stay required emergency roof repairs. 

One way would be to get the real estate under contract, then bring an experienced partner in who also has access to capital, and stay in the deal as a minority equity partner.

I really would want to stay away from any office properties in depressed or even semi-depressed neighborhoods, especially large ones (like a 13 unit complex).

Stay tuned for our next blog on diversifying your real estate portfolio for long-term success!

We have a solid system in Quickbooks and want to stay with that for financials.

I’m open to exploring those locations since they aren’t too far of a drive.I’m leaning towards a SF property because I have $10,000 to put down, want to stay within my budget, and being new to this, I’d like to start small.

Short term rentals are legal when the host is living in the same apartment as the guests and there are no more than 2 guests staying with the host."

STAY away from them at all cost.

Meet other investors in your area and stay in touch with them; you can ask them questions that might prevent problems.Best to you!

I'd recommend staying within 10-15% of the median priced home because that's where the most demand will be not only for renters but owner occupants as well.