That barrier to entry is very challenging and if $8000 is enough incentive to get ones butt going, it is worth it. 

I thought it was my entry too.

It's much easier to make the situation more favorable for yourself if there's multiple offers on the table.I understand you use an entry only listing service.

Multi-Family Properties — is it wiser to start with a turnkey investment for ease of entry, or should I pursue house flipping at the get-go?

Again, I'm personally bullish given that it lowers the barriers to entry while taking away a lot of the headaches that come with owning real estate.

Not everyone can put down 20% to start in the STR world and these are options to find an entry if someone desires.  

Need to know: Market locationwhat finances look likecurrent goalsjobetc.....Duplexes are one of the best entry points for the new investor, but all depends on the specific deal and strategies implemented. 

•Implementing in TurboTax:•Adjust the Asset Entry:•Reduce the basis of the property by the estimated value of the old roof.

That being said, it is a great neighborhood and good entry point for those wanting to get a little "discount" off the "standard" home prices in the Woodlands with great Conroe schools.

The city still has relatively affordable entry points, with most of the deals I'm doing falling in the $80k-$90k range and bringing in $1,200-$1,300 per month in rent.