Further, the property may qualify for larger loans based on the increased cash flow ability to service debt.  

The deal was successful and later on we sold the property at a significant profit and 1031 to something larger. 

I have also done the math and my account over the next 20 years will grow larger assuming a flat 7% return by taking loans then not. 

Sure, they may be able to grow to a very moderate size,  add a few units, or trade up to a larger investment, but as for real scalability: NO.Why?  

I'm looking to bundle them and 1031 exchange them into a larger property.  

To achieve this, I’m planning to scale rapidly by performing a couple of syndications to acquire a larger portfolio.I currently have a portfolio of 17 properties, but to justify labor costs and create a sustainable structure, I need to expand quickly.

For all of CA downsides the property taxes are not going to keep increasing at large rates.

This added so much to the overall cost and took up more of my time than I expected.Overall, it was a huge waste of time, money, and energy.

JC’s lenient approach is definitely a draw for investors looking to avoid the red tape that’s becoming more common in larger cities.

With $100K in cash, you could leverage this option to make a larger down payment and keep monthly costs manageable.Maximize Rental Income:Are there ways to increase rents on your current properties?