Hey all,   Like many folks here I've been interested in RE investing for a long long time.  I've have read many books, listened to many podcasts, and read many posts on this forum and still do so, but I sat on the sid...

Just make sure the numbers make sense and you only focus on the number of doors.

In addition to some Insurance companies pulling from the area, these increases are related to the rising costs of building materials, labor, and frequency of hail storms etc.  

Put a lock on your bedroom door.

Those have to come off your rental income to get a realistic net dollars per door for income.Hope it helps a little.  

Regarding multifamily insurance it varies greatly the price depending on the number of doors, age, and location.

My name is Carlos I am 24 years old and looking to get my foot in the door with real estate.

That has been changing however with the rise of Airbnb and VRBO, and now more guests expect that all to be supplied for the duration of their stay, and not just have a starter supply.  

Hotel / Motel taxes are rising beginning July 2022 for Gilmer county.

I'd say house-hacking is one of the best ways to get your foot in the door of investing.