The biggest hurdle right now is interest rates, it is extremely difficult to buy in a popular market and actually make a profit out of the gate.  

Roy, not only did we give you our ALL to get you across the finish line....most of the time we couldn't even get you to the starting gate!

Tenants not paying on time is a very unexpected reality that I would prepare for as well, and having an emergency fund out the gate will mitigate a lot of your financial stress upfront. 

I am planning either a 3-story 27 unit apartment building OR if I can purchase the combined 0.8ac parcels on each side of me, construct a gated condo community with end to end road access.

Hi There,I have a single family investment property I am trying to rent in a gated community in the Brandon, FL  (Tampa) area.  

Then, I searched for new or almost new gated Townhomes and finally paid Cash for a 1500 3/1 with garage and pool, in a 17 unit community with low HOA in Valrico on the North side of Hwy 60 for peace and quiet and safety while I travel.

A gate timed to close during non-operating hours.

Our property is located in South Gate, Los Angeles County. 

@William Hochstedler  its vastly different in IMHO  the 25% down plus closing cost plus reserves is more than 6k down plus small reserve.. so investor usually has more wherewithal out the gate.

Have a family member that is trying to sell some land in a gated community in Hereford, Az.