@Jonathan LudizacaFrom a lender's perspective, starting in 1-4 units gives you experience and many more lenders will be open to first time flippers in this space versus multifamily. 

It can accelerates process and can make numbers look very attractive (if you are open to renovations, does not need to be crazy)

Later on, if you decide to open a business account, you can typically switch the account for your loan payments without any issues.

Keep in mind that only the "building basis" can be segregated and will benefit from accelerated depreciation.

To maximize the number of transactions you’re involved in you will need to:Be Top of Mind when they think about moving - which requires consistent reminders.Be seen as an Expert – which requires a consistent message and Evidence of Success storiesGain their Trust – which requires communicating integritySo, start out by listing everyone you know in an Excel spreadsheet.

So for example if I rezone from RS-3 to RM4.5 and add a basement unit (4th unit), maybe I can then add a ADU above the garage, or do another studio in the basement, once the citywide program is opened up?

Keep in mind of the I/O(payments/period) and game plan on how fast you'd like to pay it down. 

🏡I'm open to areas with strong rental potential, growing appreciation, and good schools or amenities.

I had 2 or 3 called.Now again keep in mind I had zero interest in holding these as rentals and I ONLY bought homes that had significant equity for me.. mainly all pre foreclosures..

If they're evaluating other properties and you have a good social presence that gives them peace of mind and a good sense that they'll have a nice living experience, that could be the tipping point if they're considering a similar property.