Are you priced fairly and have a low security deposit?

And there's always the chance the developers you try to work with on your own will try to take advantage of your lack of experience by giving you a low-ball offer.

Honestly that’s the reason I even considered a cash out refi sacrificing my low rate for a greater return in an investment. 

So, it may negatively affect your available time for your own investing.Of course, you will also be exposed to potential acquisitions when clients choose to sell.

I wanted to get started in investing in multifamily real estate in 2022 to take advantage of low interest rates and rising rents.

Additionally, a sewer line repair usually results in vacancy and lost rent--even more lost money.A new driveway can easily cost $5k on the low end, and plenty of properties in my area have $15-$25k+ driveways. 

Quote from @Bree Jimenez: There are many ways to skin a cat, but you should choose one way and stick with it until you figure it out or learn that it's not working.

Choose a scaling strategy and identify long-term goals for success.Good luck!

Any way to delay the official sale to keep taxes low while still maintaining a contract to buy? 

I would urge great caution when choosing neighborhoods and even blocks to invest in as things can go uphill or downhill very quickly.