I have been building relationships in my target market and underwriting deals.

Here are some factors to consider:SFH: Easier management, typically lower upfront costs, and the potential for strong appreciation in Orange County.Multi-Unit Property: Greater potential for rental income from multiple units, but it may require more active management.

That may make inheritance a little easier. 

When we bought the place, we immediately changed the direction of the property and have been targeting our marketing towards families. 

While overall sales are down, Macy's is seeing positive results in its targeted investment stores, which are outperforming the broader chain.The demand for Macy's real estate could signal opportunities for other struggling department store chains.

It would be much cheaper and easier to borrow  against a different property. 

If you consistently analyze properties, recognizing a good deal will be much easier when it shows up.

This may be an easier way to ease into investing in real estate. 

Find 2 or 3 strong wholesalers that are operating in your target areas by talking to people who are already investing in those areas (chances are they have used a wholesaler in the past, or are farming their own deals and may toss you whatever doesn't meet their needs), give them your buy box, and make sure you have your funding lined up to act quickly on a deal.

It also depends on your target buyer, are they going to pay more for perfection, or do they want to pay for good enough?