And I also think that the inventory in your market plays a large role in deciding what property type makes the most sense.In my market, there is a large abundance of the small multi-family properties, especially the 2-4 unit properties.

Most banks don't really know how to do that because they cater to SFH owner-occupants. 

After dealing with my share of older rental properties, I have pretty much decided I only want new builds from now on. 

I own an event venue and would like to connect with other event owners and aspiring event owners.

Most owners who do it want to keep the option of having the building vacant when they eventually sell the place since vacant places sell much more easily then tenant-occupied ones if it's a rent controlled building.

in the desert units are often on the roofs.. you can only hope the criminal stumbles and falls off the roof and breaks their butt and decides thats not a good play for them..

I guess really you’re not paying it, the owners are.

The previous owner took exceedingly good care of the building and there was nothing that need to be done except to raise the rents.

You pay a higher price for beautiful properties because you are competing with owner occupants. 

Others rely on networking... hooking up with probate or divorce attorneys who sometimes have leads on properties that aren’t widely marketed.If you decide to hire a property manager in the Jasper area, maybe chat with a few owners who’ve used them.