What nice though with that is you build equity quicker.So just adding my experiences with the commercial side, from an owners point of view.Good luck!

It was my first purchase and it wasn’t a great deal but it was a great learning experience.

From my understanding, based on my experience buying and selling properties in Texas, any known repair or damage—even if resolved—should still be disclosed, along with a note explaining that it was fixed.

Ask how many units they manage and how much experience they have.

Here is my experience, and my regrets: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/922/topics/1133476-hous...At this stage, Zillow and a mortgage calculator are your friends.

In my experience it won't be looking too pretty after a year.

By the most important thing (if that's what you're doing) is to have a really good operator who knows the laws, has experience and is above board so they won't leave you high and dry. 

By the end of my time, I became a realtor and worked the deal by myself for more experience.

I have lots of experience in all types of single-family investing, small partnerships in multifamily and commercial, and a vast knowledge of construction.

Getting the information takes time and experience but once you have it you'll be light years ahead of others who are just starting out.