Within Vegas itself, if you are going for multi family, you are in some of the tougher areas of town. 

You'll likely be able to get a 5% down, 3.5% 30 yr am - but also consider interest rates on are on the rise, so we might start to see a flatter rental market, and a slowing/declining RE market - so if you're comfortable having a small amount of equity in a property as things get tougher then go for it.

It seems like SFH's would be tougher to cash flow, like someone mentioned above.Joe

I wouldn't move forward with them because I'd be concerned there may be other misrepresentations in the future, and wouldn't want to put an owner at risk.I think it's a tougher call when it's your own property though - who doesn't empathize with a mom wanting better schooling for her kid?

Massachusetts is a tougher state than most, so you really need to get the ball rolling. 

At the end of the day you've learned some things like 1)small houses are generally tougher sales, 2) spending a little money to fix weird layouts is worth it, and 3)always maintain good quality (very important) and add one or two items that grab your buyers. 

Finding a good one in some areas of the country is tougher than others.You'll get a better interest rate and down payment as an occupant. 

Fortunately, I just had month to month agreements, so if there were problems I could give notice.But, I learned to be tougher in saying "no," even if one had great credit.  

I know It would effect my bank financing situation a lot tougher if I quit my  job, and then try to get a mortgage.

It's getting tougher to get investment insurance even with the 'bandit rates' they rape you with.