With the right agent, you'll learn how to run the numbers and establish a network of lenders, investors, other agents, contractors... 

Most of my fix-n-flips are financially at least second base hits, or home runs, but this one was barely a base hit. 

Quote from @Monish Anand: I'm a fan of the low prices and my plan is to STR since I currently run a short term rental business.

You may end up with a little more vacancy today because you stuck to your guns but if your criteria are solid you will have better overall results in the long run and investing is for the long haul.

You've probably heard of big Landlords losing property, but only because they were flagrantly violating Fair Housing, running a slum, or otherwise egregiously violating the law.

And for anyone just starting out, are there challenges you’re running into?

I will be glad to help you find the right multifamily, run numbers, comps, analyze rents, and together we can see what is the best option for you if that's something you would like let me know.

And if you can, try to avoid racking up more debt on your cards while you’re paying off the loan—it takes some discipline, but it's definitely worth it in the long run!

Better yet use a lender that gets you fully underwritten up front, so you don't run into any surprises.#2 Keep an eye on interest rates based on what the loan officers proposes. 

Happy to run the numbers for you.