@NA NASince this is your first purchase, focus on finding a property where the numbers work, rather than just any deal.

One was conventional financing and the other was a portfolio loan from a local bank here in Hawaii, I also did a lot of research into DSCR loans during my search.I'm also an agent here on Oahu but focus mainly on Property Management, at the brokerage we manage roughly 50 units that are a mix of STR, MTR, and LTR's. 

Also, focus on 2 years of job/income stability.Class D Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, all cashflow with little, maybe even negative, relative rent & value appreciationVacancy Est: 20%+ should be used to cover nonpayment, evictions & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores under 560 (almost 30% probability of default), little to no good tradelines, lots of collections & chargeoffs, recent evictions.

It's more important than doing individual property analysis, because when you do a proper market analysis, you are analyzing ALL of the properties in any market(s) at the same time.Now, one of the analysis "pitfalls" is not understanding what defines a market, or more importantly, a Micro-market.Another problem is focusing on one strategy, and trying to fit each market/property. 

Right now, I’m focused on finding my first multifamily property to house hack in the New London, CT or Greater Boston area.Goals with BiggerPocketsI joined to connect with experienced investors, learn more about financing and property management, and take action on my first deal this year.

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Id like to enjoy another stream of income to eventually phase out my day job, so that I can focus on acquiring commercial properties as well as a business or 3.  

I am looking to focus my investing on the commercial space specifically value add apartment complexes.

Whichever company you choose, you'll be fine as long as you cut out all the noise and focus on income-producing activity.All the best!