I'm looking to exchange a multi-use property I own in the Bay Area for a multifamily property in Phoenix (looking at 15-19 units).

Do you have any other track history?

Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) note investment investment.

Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment. 3 unit apartment complex What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

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Converting properties to multi-family is considered extensive rehab and those programs are a little more exclusive than the standard bridge loan programs. 

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Fortunately lenders are starting to seeing the bigger picture and comp these additions more in-line with multi-family, rather than SFH which it is. 7842 Lasaine Ave, Northridge.

Does anyone have any experience with using an FHA 203k Loan on a multi and turning it into a house hack in Massachusetts?