Apparently they take preferred interest in your company or have you sign a UCC cash flow agreement.

Let's of NYC investors look at other cities in NY, Rochester, Buffalo, etc... they can drive to them to see them, and they know the state well enough to feel comfortable.Most of the rust belt cities in NY offer cash flow as well. 

Quote from @Carson Hyland: Even if you buy the right property, failing to manage it well will kill your cash flow. 

Start researching price to rent ratios in areas and see which area has the best combination of cash flow/place you want to live!

(This is what we do, no upkeep,  and we love the 10% down, plus cash flow, principal deduction and tax write offs) Some of our investors use their SDIRA or 401(k) or pension to do this.4.

The 4-plex would produce around $1000/mo cash flow after financing, and that financing would recover your total build cost leaving you with no money in the deal at the end and an "infinite return" for CoC.

If you’re looking for cash flow, appreciation, and affordability, this might be the spot to watch.

@Federico BuenoWith 6 bedrooms, your house hack has huge income potential, and you have multiple ways to maximize cash flow.

The affordability and cash flow potential are real, but so are the challenges.

I plan on renting a unit and probably getting a roommate or two in my unit to maximize cash flow early on.