Don't tell anyone that I told you, but...just wait until the Casinos are approved in the 6 sites scheduled for development.

I'm not particularly thrilled about the idea of buying a multi-family property and living in one of the units, but it seems like the most (fiscally) prudent decision for me, at least right now, as I only have enough for a down payment on one property.

And I would argue, likely lower expenses and less headaches.I think the best bet would be pulling a Donald Trump and getting in on an entertainment / casino / development deal.

IF it was not acceptable to do it that way, if I were willing to do an owner occupy multifamily (not thrilled with the idea but would consider it) would the gifted funds be acceptable then?

Tenant is thrilled with the upgrade. 

In fact, they are thrilled.

I don't mind buying outright and then repeat in a year, just Denver's market is high that all I could get is a condo and I'm not thrilled about HOAs.

Was thrilled to find this website since in my area there are not alot of realesate investors who I can talk to or learn from.

I've done this with my first deal, and I'm thrilled with it.

From what I've learned after some reading and from listening to many episodes of the Bigger Pockets podcast, some of the keys to success in my current field - including an eye for location and rehab potential, the creation of "added value" and "competitive advantage" and, more than anything, the ability to build relationships - are important to real estate investing and I'm excited to employ them in this new arena.I'm thrilled to find BP and look forward to getting to know some of you!