You’re able to leverage your initial investment and use it for future properties, potentially expanding your portfolio quickly.Cash Flow: With each property, you can create a consistent cash flow stream that builds over time as rents increase and property values appreciate.Wealth Building: By consistently following the BRRRR process, you’re not just collecting rental income, but also building significant equity in each property.

that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.

Now I'm looking to expand to other states.

Quote from @Spencer Ware: Looking to start expanding portfolio.  

While living with tenants can pose challenges like privacy concerns and tenant relations, clear boundaries, professional management, and proper tenant screening will help you succeed.

@Alex Houser You need more numbers and a proper inspection to justify the price. 

I'm looking to expand into multifamily as well.  

I believe you are not aware that the definition of "equity skimming" has been expanded since the great Federal Reserve debacle of 2008.  

Expanding to a 2nd or 3rd property is a big step.

With 30 years of residential construction experience and having built several homes in the past few years, I bring a strong foundation in project execution and quality craftsmanship.Right now, I’m seeking lenders to help me unlock home equity for property acquisitions and to expand my portfolio.