I currently own (and property manages) one investment property (2 family rental).

I’m Mark, a new real estate investor based in San Diego, leveraging my background in AI-driven lead generation to find off-market deals.I’m currently looking for small multifamily properties (duplexes, triplexes, or quads) to rehab and house hack, to build long-term cash flow while living in the property.Outside of real estate, I’m into fitness, golf, and exploring San Diego’s best outdoor spots.

The current average rent on the new buy is $925.

It's eating away every bit of cash flow from the property and then some.Both units currently have baseboard heating - which I've heard can be on the more expensive side of heating options - but I'm not sure if this amount is realistic for the area, or if there is a better heating option that I should look into for a reasonable cost.

I'm currently in process of purchasing a home in Kyoto, Japan and wanted to connect with other US Citizens who also own investment properties in Japan.

I’m currently a student and just requested a full refund.

Higher interest rates on conventional loans may result, as the government backing currently helps keep rates low.

MLS, currently looking at other ways to acquire properties.

I am ready and will be starting with property number one sometime, hopefully, quarter one of 2025 with a possibly 2 bedroom and 1 bathroom single family home; as this is within my current budget.

I have no doubt that I would learn any new avenues quickly considering my current experience, but I would still be taking a step backwards for the time being.