That's a horrendous fallacy and a weak mindset to think that real estate agents are buying the best multis.

We aren't the traditional flippers who run in, throw up a lick of paint, hide the disastrous side of things and essentially trick people into buying a lemon.

Quote from @Sufyan Ahmed: Also, should I buy a property using an entity like LLC, INC. or should I buy it in my name?

Also, if you buy using a hard money lender or cash, Zach Starnes can do re-fi's off the appraised value shorter than the typical 6mos and then you might not need any money down if you buy at the right price.

Best thing to do is buy it as a primary or second home and then transition out into a rental. 

If you are single or married with a small child, buying a duplex or 4plex should work well.  

I don’t generally buy into those as saving all this money, but I’m wondering if others have an experience or perspective? 

Some ideas I've considered:Equity Buyout: Having another investor or my partner buy out my 40% equity.Seller Financing: Selling my equity and offering seller financing to the buyer.Selling the Property: Liquidating the property entirely and splitting the proceeds.Does anyone have experience with situations like this?

So, I’m curious how you are managing to find your deals, whether you are buying at auctions or via marketing direct to sellers.

@Rafael Ramos All your goals contradict each other:(1) Cashflow: buy Class C & D properties2) Appreciation: buy Class A & B properties3) Low Crime: buy Class A & B properties4) Why would you want your investments to lose money to lower your taxes?