I’m a broker based in Charlotte, NC, and I work with Compass to support investors in maximizing their growth strategies.

If you're considering starting with a duplex using a VA loan, that's a great strategy, especially for house hacking.

By all measures this strategy is far superior to what all the BRRR/DSCR/Poor Dad Rich Dad folk do.

Quote from @Lorenzo Lopez: Hello all,I am trying to do my first deal/buy my first MF property but I haven't been able to move the needle.I am focusing on Small MF (2-4 units), with a value-add strategy.

This deal aligns with my strategy of adding value and achieving robust returns.

Great tools that get updated regularly.I am on the lending side of things and would be happy to hop on a call with you anytime to discuss financial strategies and help answer any questions you may have about nearly any loan product available to help you on your journey, even if they are not products my capital partners offer.We are all here to help you learn and grow.

From what I’ve seen in Bloomberg, it also doesn’t hurt to keep tabs on any shifts in local buying trends.One more thing I’d consider is the exit strategy.

., I left Anderson for a small firm that will do the actual taxes and then another company that specializes in tax strategy. 

What type of investment strategy do you focus on?

Lastly, ADUs are allowed for NON owner occupied properties, opening this strategy up for investors who could convert a SF into two units.