One block can perform very well, and another block will destroy you.Before you invest, I recommend you locate a quality PM that can help you narrow down markets, determine which rentals perform best, cross-check sales prices and rent rates, and take over management right away.The biggest mistake you could make is to get talked into buying in the wrong neighborhood and then learning that the good managers won't touch it. 

And make sure the floors have a nice contrast such as the middle ground flooring you touched on.

Looking forward to staying in touch and answering any questions you may have!

Hey @Johanna Abanes - I would start by getting in touch with local rehab clinics/hostels and let them know what you're thinking, they will be able to better guide you than anyone on this platform (most likely) 

- love the white brick and fireplace touch

That’s why it’s important to touch the neighborhoods where you invest. 

That’s the kind of personal touch you don’t always get with online banks, especially when the going gets tough.On the other hand, online banks are crushing it when it comes to tech and ease of use.

I would rather be part of the GP.Broker-Dealers don't touch deals as small as the ones done by most real estate investors at this level.

So if you were in my position, how would you use creative financing to build up to 10 properties in the next 3 years and not sell stock or touch retirement? 

Every time we thought we had all the boxes checked, the city threw another curveball our way.One thing that eventually helped was getting in touch with someone directly in the zoning office.