um, not having to move furniture?

Location will be key in your success! 

@Merrick Hidalgo If your private REIT investment is returning only 10% of the principal and the remaining 90% is likely lost, the key factor in claiming a capital loss is when the loss is realized for tax purposes.

All 3 duplexes were turn key?

We have 2 San Antonio sub2 deals that are turn key homes and only require about $20-25k to close (assignment fee + closing costs).They're a great option!

My wife and I just moved to Sacramento 2 weeks ago from the bay. 

It’s smart that you’re looking into multifamily options, it can really help offset your living expenses while building long-term wealth.When analyzing deals, some key things to focus on are rental comps, vacancy rates, and property management costs.

The previous owners took reservations mostly by phone, wrote them on a big paper wall calendar and hand keyed CC numbers into a terminal 😲The bunk beds have been a huge win. 

Also, often times the original homeowners still live in the property so once the sale is ratified you have to go through the eviction process or offer cash for keys to get them to leave.

The key is working with a good VA agency that uses well-known CRMs—this allows you to track their work, monitor lead quality, and have clear visibility into the numbers.