Seller had noted that 3 units where rented until 8/31/2025, and with the 4th unit being open I though it was the perfect opportunity.

Hi,I am need for help with some referrals for residential rental brokers.I have some available units in the Hilltop area.

That’s awesome that you’re working towards expanding your portfolio with multi-family units!

Many find it’s entirely possible to balance both, especially if you start with smaller projects, like single-family rentals or "house hacking" (where you live in one unit and rent out others).

I finally decided to close the doors mainly because the unit used was not available anymore, but also because the regulations got stricker and stricker over time.Now, if you want to use your 2-4 as an STR, you need to show proof that you are living in the unit you are renting by sharing a government-issued ID with that exact unit or your tax exemption form.If you have a building over 5 units, it's a bit easier but still challenging ( you can rent up to 25% of the units out for airbnb)...the few people I know that are successful are NOT the owners of the building, but more so the operator of the airbnb unit aka str arbitrage

We are looking to acquire an SFH that can be converted to a multi-unit duplex or a SFH in need of rehab that could be converted to a multi-unit duplex.

here is the situation. i left a really good paying job to take care of my 81 year old parents because my dad is chronically ill and my mom is almost there. i wont go into too much detail, but my sis doesnt help them. ill leave it at that. we have a person who comes twice a week to help with cleaning and other household tasks. i carry the bulk of the weight cooking their meals, running errands, grocery shopping, picking up meds, and taking them to dr appointments. its a full time job. i get a small salary of $1000 a month from a care giver sub contractor for the VA. ive been paying my bills with what savings ive had, but only have a few months of funds left. i own a duplex. i have over 200k in equity. i live in texas and texas has weird laws about refi and heloc/heloans when the property is 4 units or less and owner occupied. i would rather not sell, but if thats my only option i will have to at some point.does anyone have any advice or possibly be able to point me to lenders who might be able to work with my situation?

My 2 cents...I faced a similar situation in a unit I lease.

Tagging @James Hwang in here for you because he has A LOT of MTR units under management and owned right now.

I added value to the deal by retaining the 3 long-term tenants on the upper level, providing immediate cash flow, while planning upgrades to their units to justify future rent increases.