Quote from @Tessa Tsui: You claim to have read those articles before, but you are using the wrong terminology and asking a question that is clearly answered by the resources Russell provided.

With regards to MTR arbitrage, a quick definition may help less experienced investors follow this topic better.In this context, arbitrage refers to entering into a long-term lease with a property owner, and then furnishing the space (also probably setting up the utilities and Wi-Fi), with the purpose of renting it out at a higher rent for a profit.The value to the property owner is that if they enter into a lease with an honorable and responsible person, the rent will be paid every month on time and without fail (regardless of whether or not the MTR provider leased the space).

Provided that both markets are appreciating at the same pace I would rather own one $600,000 duplex then three $200,000 ones.

It says you do not have to accept online certificates.We require documentation from a current healthcare provider that has knowledge of the disability.

It would be really great if anyone could provide me this information or suggest a mentor or someone with experience, who might help me get started. 

If lots goes wrong, the rapid appreciation and hot market provides a good exit strategy.

I’ve personally house hacked in the Irving park neighborhood in Chicago with a multifamily so not completely relatable experience to what you’re looking to do but hopefully can provide a few insights.If you go with the suburbs in a SFH, you could rent by the room and presumably increase cash flow.

I provide scanned copies of all invoices, but that's my business model.

Quote from @Erik Estrada: Quote from @Jay Hinrichs: Quote from @Erik Estrada: Biased here since I am a broker, But, there have been several instances where a borrower has provided me an LE from a credit union or bank and the rate/fees were significantly higher than what we could offer for that same scenario. 

I've used the calculators BP has provided and most of these Homes don't cashflow.