Get a duplex and live in one side.

I’ve been working with real estate financials for a while, and I keep seeing one mistake that costs investors thousands: poor bookkeeping leading to missed tax deductions.🚨 Common issues I see:❌ Not properly tracking repairs vs. capital improvements❌ Missing out on cost segregation & depreciation write-offs❌ Scrambling at tax time instead of planning proactivelyI’d love to hear from the group—what’s been your biggest tax headache as an investor?

Unlike Robert K and many on this site, I judge a property based on total return.  

I started off with 3 houses on a lot and another house two lots down.

They don't rely on ONE supplier, ONE broker, ONE anything.  

One month of vacancy will cost you $2,600 + $200 utilities.

Why Part of a Good Deal is Better Than 100% of No DealHey BiggerPockets Community,As real estate investors, we all want the perfect deal—the one where we control everything, make the most money, and have the best terms.

It also depends on how you hold your properties; LLC, S Corp etc... as to what the agent will recommend.

The first images of his website did not focus on real estate investments, but materialism. 

It’s one of the few places where you can realistically achieve solid returns without needing a massive upfront investment.If you’re open to exploring other markets, Detroit might be worth considering.