You need to identify which strategy you like best before jumping in and get extremely familiar with the process of underwriting deals.

Leverage local experts: Connect with an architect or zoning attorney familiar with Scranton’s rules.

ONE OF THE REASONS WHY I WAS INTERESTED IN THIS PROPERTY WAS I LITERALLY GREW UP AROUND THIS PARTICULAR NEIGHBORHOOD SO IT WAS A FULL CIRCLE MOMENT FOR ME BESIDE IT BEING A GREAT DEAL I WAS VERY FAMILIAR AND COMFORTABLE WITH THE AREA !.

It forces me to get real familiar with my business and how my properties are performing.

Consult with a tax advisor or attorney familiar with both partnership law and real estate to ensure compliance and minimize tax liability.Once under a TIC structure, 1031 exchanges for individual members could allow them to reinvest proceeds from the sale of properties into new ones without triggering immediate capital gains taxes.

@James Syed I am not familiar with your county rules.

I'm not familiar with your area so can't comment on whether it would be ideal for MTR.

I am only familiar with the contract in my state but items seller agrees to do based on inspection findings are their responsibility unless spelled out differently.  

I am looking to house hack in Montclair but I'm not familiar enough with the rent amounts and areas of Montclair to see if it makes sense. 

Good afternoon,This also sounds very familiar with what I am going through now!