Section 8 can be very profitable if done the right way, at scale, by an experienced operator, but I think it's one of the hardest strategies to start doing because of tenancies and government involvement.Most new people just think it's an easy government check and there is nothing that could be further from the truth.

The best way to learn about how to really invest in real estate is to read books, listen to good podcasts, and pair that with going to in-person meetups so you can see people just like you, married with 3 kids, who are making it work for them.

They may not be able to use financing contingencies and may have to show proof of funds equal to the acquisition price but the money that hits the sellers bank account is the same whether its "cash" or a financed transaction. 

I think a new administration brings new ideas and new people.

>on top of dealing with insane lawyers and social workers who believe that less fortunate people can hurt wealthier people.   

So the duplexes are in more quiet secluded areas and rent to more of your regular 9-5 workers there are more than people think but not much for sale. 

I'd also recommend connecting with as many people as you can and be a sponge.

Knob and tube has more negatives than most people think, As a GC doing lots of remodels in a old beach town, we replaced a ton of these.

At least I assume you are an expert on OH so you’ll do better than the people who are already investing there.

People don't read STR descriptions you see this alot with international properties where people expect US standards.