The tech boom combined with many upcoming projects and initiatives have really caught the eyes of many investors to the Pittsburgh area, not to mention that the buy-in is often better than other more saturated markets.

Rents in the area caught my eye, so I moved out and got my feet wet as a landlord.

Discovering BiggerPockets and what is possible outside of a "traditional" career was truly eye-opening.I thought of myself as having a fair degree of financial literacy, but through coming here and then nonstop reading I realized just how much better I could be doing.

Plus, one of the neighbors might love to add additional sf to their property, or have an income property they can keep an eye on next door.

I will be living in the other part of the duplex, so I can keep an eye on the property easily.Appreciate any help in advance!

A day will come when you have to finally say "no" to them, and you will be the worst landlord in the world in their eyes despite all the previous times you said "yes".Yes, definitely get items fixed as soon as possible, but also giving in to any whim demand they make (such as paying for their food when they probably don't even have proof of the cost) is setting yourself up for drama, stress, and profit loss.

I soon came to realize that most so called "successful" people in my eyes protected their wealth in real estate.

And great point with the ADU opportunities, something I have to definitely keep my eyes on.Best of luck!

Your eyes may be bigger than your stomach!

Should I focus on local deals that I can get eyes on?