My business partner and I purchased a 4 plex property in Grand Rapids Michigan.  

Have a lot of knowledge managing there and Im looking to grow a portfolio.

BP is a growing company with a lot of different viewpoints, so maybe it's not even on his radar.

Hey Andy, it's great that your continuing to grow your portfolio with house-hacking!

Insurance is going to get more expensive, the government wants to keep people in homes, home equity financing is only growing in popularity, multiple generations are living under the same roof more, and all of those trends are going to lead to changes in how tax law is used and possibly the law itself.

Now that I’m growing my portfolio and have 25 units it’s gotten more complicated and he recommended I get a bookkeeper.

Columbus is a solid choice, especially with its growing tech scene which is a great market for appreciation, but Cleveland and Dayton are great too for cash flow.

.- Legal and Tax Complications:Navigating different state laws and tax regulations can be complex and confusing.Out-of-state investing can be a great way to grow your real estate portfolio, but weighing the benefits against the potential challenges is essential.

We live in Tacoma and it is a drive but growing.

He owned a hotdog stand in the complex, and through our growing friendship, he eventually offered me the property.