We’re more than just a property management company—we’re your trusted real estate partners.I’m originally from Chicago and a big Chicago sports fan (even though the last few years have been rough for us).

Appraisal is a strong background going into this, you've already got a leg up congrats.I'm not in your market but I'm a big fan of all things affordable housing. 

I’m probably just coming at it from a bad angle as I’m not a big cost seg fan on SFR.

What would you do in my shoes?

I would start there because most in your shoes who want to form LLC's aren't conducting the day to day activities appropriately and that is far more advantageous to you than merely forming an LLC.

I'm a Padre fan and loooooove baseball.

I've been a BP fan for a while, started listening to Brandon Turner and loved the podcast and the concept.

Just need to spend a year somewhere I may have no desire to live.Hybrid Plan:Keep researching out-of-state markets and act if a great deal appears.Move back to LA, live in Airbnbs in to get a feel for neighborhoods (open to suggestions), and house hack once I find a deal.Would love to hear from those who’ve house-hacked in LA or NYC or started with out-of-state rentals—what would you do in my shoes?

Im not a fan of seller financing unless that property is free and clear and the seller is offering reasonable terms NOT on money they have borrowed. just too many people get into this type of thing without understanding the whole picture, like title being moved into the buyer's name, due on sale clauses... etc. etc. also, just because its a very commonly overlooked guideline which makes financing on 3's and 4's a little challenging: FHA requires the property to self-sustain its own PITIMI by the rents.

Hello Everyone,I am a big fan..looking to learn everyday to prepare myself for my first leap into the world of investing in real estate.