Raising rent should be based on market rates in your market, there is no need to be consistent unless you want to be. 

@Kyle FitchReal estate is a superior investment due to its tangible assets, consistent cash flow, leverage, tax benefits, control over investment performance, appreciation, and diversification.

Most fields to become world class at something take 5 to 10 years of consistent work and improvement on a daily basis.Today about 21 years in with commercial real estate I have tons of business and also properties I can purchase.

I too am confused by the “It won’t look consistent to the tenant or to the accountant.”

What markets have been stable for multi-family w/consistent strong rents?

The key is to consistently put yourself out there and learn from others in the process.Good luck!

If not I will consistently update here to create the biggest outreach I can considering my age!!! 

Off-market acquisition is about consistency and follow-up.

I understand that appreciation certainly helps an individual build equity, but I also am attracted to consistent cash-flow with a steady (albeit possibly slower) appreciation growth. 

@Zachary Sakena Purchasing properties through an LLC is all you truthfully need and that is more for business planning than anything else (if you consistently follow through on the items I previously shared).