Higher cap rate ~ higher perceived risk ~ lower predictability of cash flowLower cap rate ~ lower perceived risk ~ higher predictability of cash flow @Jaycee Greene what would be or is considered a good cap rate?

I do see some flip opportunities, but flipping is a job; stop flipping and the making of money stops,My next purchase is likely to be in a different market with lower profit expectations than I used to achieve in the San Diego market.  

@Nicholas Cavato Purchasing with an FHA loan as an individual offers lower upfront costs (3.5% down), favorable rates, and better cash-on-cash returns, but requires living in the property for 12 months and cannot be issued to an LLC.

Most municipalities have different mix-use categories which dictate the precise commercial use that's allowed.A few additional observations on mix-use assets and how I approach them (1) they are generally more difficult to finance than multi-family assets so expect lower leverage terms even if the property performs just as well if not better than a multi-family property and therefore price this into your acquisition (2) I focus on mix-use assets where at least 80% of the income is generated through the residential component.

Thanks for any help’ Yes we're licensed there and FHA guides in one state apply to all states unless a state has a specific law that supercedes the FHA lending guideline.FHA is always 3.5% down minimum (in some cases less because you're using a DPA or down payment assistance program or 2nd lender to put down over all a lower down payment than 3.5%, Aka for instance 3.5% DPA + 96.5% FHA = 100% financing but just dont kid yourself this is fully 100% leverage and to be used with caution and carefully).In the case of 2-4 unit FHA is still 3.5% down payment @Matthew Kwan @Carlos ValenciaThere are rules regarding FHA such as:- primary residence - you must occupy one of the 2-4 unit property as your primary over 50% of the year and the underwriter needs to believe you will remain and have the ability to live in there, any deviation from this and you'll get a whole laundry list of conditions asking you to prove why you should be believed to be living or will live there (if this arises dont be surprised, it just means the UW doesnt believe you).- SS rule - self sufficiency rule - gross rents of all potential units 2-4  X gross rents at 75% needs to meet 1:1 or 100% of the monthly PITIA payment or greater.

This trumps all theoretical arguments about Bitcoin until this power dynamic changes.Point 3: Even if a winner does emerge, and powerful nations are forced to accept it as a form of payment to rival or replace their own currencies, as an investor I have to understand how "investing" in bitcoin helps me generate returns that are lower risk or greater than alternative assets.

It's a great way to keep your living expenses lower than normal as well as build equity & learn what it's like to own rental properties. 

Buying multiple lower-cost rentals would diversify income streams, or you could go for a short-term rental for higher returns if you can handle the management.

That said, you should adapt your strategy based on the market conditions.In lower-cost markets or areas with less competition, you might still be able to hit 1%.

It’s one of the lower priced options and as such does not have an app.