Mixing the two is like mixing oil and water.

Also, fly out to visit the market, tour properties, and understand the local landscape before committing.Indianapolis offers a mix of opportunities for cash flow and appreciation, so defining your investment goals is key.

Surprisingly, you get a good mix of tenants.

Im at a 780 credit score , under 10% utilization, 13-14 positive mix tradelines 0- late payments but I cant get into the 800's and its because my old morgage is no longer showing . 

I also think sometimes would I want to live around a bunch of old people or would I thrive more from being around a mix?

I've been investing in some mixed use in very small towns for past 5-10 years. populations of 1000 - 1500, 8000, 16000 etc.

Are you going for cash flow or appreciation or a mix of both?

I would first decide on whether you want appreciation, cashflow, or a mix of both.

But, if any of the units are used as commercial space, you may need to structure the loan on a Mixed-Use DSCR loan which could affect pricing. 

I put up a mix a fake and real cameras.