I highly recommend attending these sales, learning how they work, and networking with other investors.There are definitely deals to be had at private auctions because the auction company pre-qualifies all sellers and they will not be wasting their time with sellers who set unrealistic reserves. 

I do agree most of the overpriced housing was caused by greed and unrealistic mortgage guidelines.

I came across a 5-plex in San Pedro, CA. A Rent Controlled Area. Rougher part of town but with a huge 1 billion development starting in 1 year near by. I have only seen the exterior and it looks rough. I'd imagine the...

Siddharth Shastri It's a little unrealistic to think you can get a deal like that from a wholesaler.

I was initially shooting for 10% but maybe that is unrealistic.

Hi folks, I am still in the process of finding the "right" multifamily deal and although I am not quite there financially I am at best perhaps a few months away. I am looking to invest in the areas of New Hartford, Ca...

Let's say that in the best case scenario, you have no vacancy (unrealistic) and the operating expenses are 30% of the rent (maybe?).

I'm trying to fill a nicely refurbished house in a county with very little rental property available and desirable schools. The rent is $790 for a 3/1.5 with a large yard in a small town that provides water/sewer/garb...

Would it be unrealistic with the goal to attain a 2-4 door duplex as my first REI early 2018?

These are things that will ultimately determine the maximum size you can build.Also, $0 for architectural fees is unrealistic.