I am trying to build a nice little next egg first then move onto rentals. 

Purchase price: $1,500,000 Cash invested: $35,000 4-Unit building in Wicker Park, Chicago. 3-unit front building with a duplex up and a back brick coach house.

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If house hacking isn't the best option for me, how would you recommend starting out to build up some investments.

@Naresh Yegireddi you also need to look into the locations of the building and general ability to re-tenant when then eventually leave or go dark. 

Since I'm just starting, I'd appreciate any insights on:-The best ways to build trust and credibility as a beginner.

I want to find something local (Los Angeles area), move in, do small renovations to possibly build up more equity, do a 1031 exchange, and find something better. 

I am looking to buy my first investment property and have heard a lot about  Fort WayneAs an out of state investor, I am looking to connect with investors/agents in the area to build further knowledge on specifics with the markets and hopefully bring business to in the future!

I'm looking at doing JV.I own 10 acres and would like to partner with someone to build a SFH and split the profits.That sounds like a great opportunity! 

My dads portion of our building will be gifted to me in the will FYI.As a real estate agent, I see 5% as a reasonable market appreciation.