also we do not know what is going to happen with int rates, they are very high now, the economy is not good and it is not certain they will be coming down this year. we know there will be more responsible gov spending, so maybe rates will come down, no way to know...I think you need to know the market where you plan to buy well, and go from thereBest of luck

Get a gander at your competition and see what they are offering and take it up a notch.You might check Fiverr or TaskRabbit (not sure for interior designer) and see who is out there.They should be able to help you out remotely and without spending a ton of dough.

1. 380k2. 280kHe wants to spend $350-400k on primary.

Over promise and under pay then keep delaying.

Quote from @Ricardo Lemus: For a newer investor, a good investment is a property that pays for all expenses with some cash left over.

Yes this method only works if #1 You make more money than you spend#2  You are willing to spend less than you make.#3  it works because people don't have discipline to pay their mortgage beyond the minimum.  

Metro, and the expected spike in rent growth in the D.C. metro over the next few yearsSummary:After analyzing the data outlined below, I believe that investing in a value-add, multifamily property today has very strong potential for success.

Time is money and I prefer spending my time with my fam and friends instead of problem tenants and legal cases. 

I've been an entrepreneur for over a decade, most recently launching a successful recruiting agency the last 4 years.

While the city still faces challenges, it’s experiencing revitalization in many areas, and I’ve witnessed significant progress even over just a few years.