>I'd look to invest in small multi-family 2-4 units with a larger down payment ~50% or more (only way to produce positive cash flow here at the moment) I never understood why one would want to buy cash flow.  

Or maybe you finally want to purchase a multi-family complex / self-storage facility / car wash, etc.

I own one multifamily property (6 units) and a few duplexes and single family homes. 

Weekends for a lot of people are usually tied up with kids sports, family functions and trips.

I just need some advice and help because I don't have any mentors and live away from my family, who are in Texas.

Quote from @Rafael Ro: Hello all,I would really appreciate your insights here.I live in CA and have a family with 2 kids - we're not moving anywhere.

Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

Starting with a single-family home in Kansas City is a smart move, and it sounds like you’re really digging into the numbers, which is super important for making informed decisions.From what you’ve shared, your offer of $140,000 with an 8% interest rate and a 20% down payment seems like a solid starting point.

Also, you don’t need a business license just to look at properties, but if you buy a bigger property, like a multi-family unit, you might need a certificate of occupancy, depending on the local rules.For business trips, most expenses can be deductible, but if it’s part personal and part business, you can only deduct the business portion.

I am using RentRedi property management for my two single family rentals.