I'm working with a real estate attorney to help me with transferring the deed.

Also, about seeing a property in person:  I have found local real estate agents, who are willing to go out and take photos and email to you, for a modest fee.

Concerned, I asked my real estate agent if I should push for a price reduction.

You might consider: Consulting a Real Estate Attorney – Your emails may possibly prove misrepresentation.Requesting Public Records – A FOIA request might reveal why the city denied you but later approved the duplex.Escalating to City Officials – Bringing this to local officials could expose inconsistencies.Exploring Tax Write-Offs – A CPA might help offset your financial loss, if it is possible.I’d definitely seek legal advice.

You can also check meetup.com or search Facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.

This means growing in population, jobs, and real estate market. 

It also gave me the chance to experiment with short-term rentals before transitioning to a long-term hold, reinforcing my strategy for growing a real estate portfolio.

Mom and pop selling for a fraction of the property’s real value or 2.

Additionally, in the past six months, I’ve reviewed about 45 multifamily properties (ranging from 10 to 80 units) for my real estate private equity firm.

It’s a low-risk entry into real estate with built-in cash flow potential.