The transition isn't just about property size; it's about shifting your entire approach.I've observed that successful transitions typically happen when investors have:- Stabilized 5-7 single-family rentals with systems in place- Built relationships with at least 2-3 reliable lenders- Established a maintenance crew that can handle larger projects- Accumulated at least 6 months of operating expenses as reservesI asked a client of mine who owns a 420-unit multi-family in Nevada how he started his RE investment journey, and he told me that he started with a duplex in Buena Park, CA, 40 years ago and used the 1031 exchange to grow his portfolio to 420 units, never paid taxes on sale of any of his properties.The most seamless path I've seen starts with small multi-family (5-10 units) rather than jumping straight to 50+ units.

He can't fit in the car.

That's awesome work, I am glad to hear that you made something out of nothing in your first deal.

For BRRRR type deals you want to work in reverse.

Keep in mind your mortgage pricing/rate may change by doing this, so good to loop in your lender early on to let them know your intentions. 

Investment Info:Other buy & hold investment in Chilmark.

This is a great place to learn and further investigate investing in real estate.

I work in Potomac, MD, and would like to buy a condo or apt that I can easily commute and live in, and then eventually rent out, and then buy another. 

🏡 Another record setting February 👀 ✅ Days in market - 29✅ Active listings - 8,197✅ Pending listings - 3,387✅ Median home price - $590,000Days on market, and pendings are in line with how the last 2 Februarys ended - staying on course with seasonal trends.Active listings are still high compared to the prior 2 Februarys, which is a combination of a 12% year over year increase for new listings from 2023 to 2024 along with a big increase of new listings in Jan ‘25.

Lima One does verticle in many markets you can check with them.