I like targeting outside of where I would live for SF and small MF (1-4 units) because of the lower entry price, usually higher cash flow since your rental income is higher relative to your debt service, and your appreciation potential is high if you can read the writing on the wall.

In a market like this you will get in the way of obvious appreciation.Then you can look for a deal that cash flows in your favorite market market. 

For what it's worth, we offered our homes at a discounted rate for a former guest who was looking for a place to stay. 

For that and time saved setting that up ourselves, PCS was worth the cost for us. 

Spreading funds across 2-3 properties could provide diversification and steady cash flow.

Expect to spend another ~$8K for that.If you are planning to close all-cash and bring enough cash with you for operating expenses and rehab, you are looking at a minimum capital raise of about $3M and that is for a cheap 32 unit.

Any positive cash flow should go towards paying off debt.

This may kill your cash flow due to high interests rates though. 2.

Purchase price: $900,000 Cash invested: $15,000 6BB/3.5Bath 4000sf on 3.4 acres near several wedding venues.

I know this is above and beyond what most municipalities require, but being fair will make the whole process easier.Additionally, a new landlord can reduce the 60-90-day notice by offering more moving assistance (cash and/or labor) if they move sooner rather than later.