I am looking for any recommendations on how to properly scale this idea over the first few years conservatively and not wanting to over use leverage and debt by starting small in duplex and being open to triple/quadplex in the future if the right opportunity presents itself.

As we move into 2025, these trends are shaping how we approach renovations:Open Floor Plans with Purpose: Open concepts remain a top priority, but it’s no longer just about tearing down walls.

These sellers might be more open to offers to accept payments over time. 

Looks more open, plus has window and pantry.

She’s currently not paying rent, and while she has some health issues and no stable income, she’s been communicative and open to general talks, with a possible option to vacate through a cash-for-keys arrangement, though this might take around six weeks and some hard work.I plan to rehab the property and eventually rent it out, potentially to a Section 8 tenant.

Landlords who adapted quickly by recalculating rent strategies and communicating openly with tenants maintained strong relationships and minimized financial disruptions.5.

Things definitely change once you're married but if you don't have any kids and your wife is open to it you may want to try finding a duplex, triplex or quadplex to buy as a primary.

The company I found to open, maintain, and close our small dipping pool ended up costing $2,215.00 for the season. 

The City seems open to it as long as the contracts are structured the right way.

@Jonathan LudizacaFrom a lender's perspective, starting in 1-4 units gives you experience and many more lenders will be open to first time flippers in this space versus multifamily.