Where did you find your property?

So, your property must be secured with deterrents to hopefully stop this from happening - but, it's impossible to guarantee security.

Similarly, if you put several Class D tenants in a Class A 4-plex, what do you think will happen to the property?

BP has built a great selection, all of them worth reading and that will help you build foundational knowledge.To answer this one: the words from old school investor Dolf De Roos "seldom sell" and you will find a lot of post on BP from people who regret selling properties in the past.

I have two 4-unit properties in RI. 

I've invested in 6 properties and counting with them.

If I got a home equity loan for Property 1 and used the proceeds as downpayment for Property 2 and then got a 2nd loan for the remaining 75% purchase price for Property 2, when I sell Property 2, can I use the Property 1 loan as part of the cost basis for computing Property 2 capital gains?

I have an opportunity to purchase an investment property that is NOT ON THE MARKET yet.

What is your average rent amount for all properties managed?

Purchase price: $255,000 Cash invested: $60,000I bought a condo back in 2019 in Ashburn, VA as a rental property.