Etc, etc, etc.What are your goals; near, mid and longterm?

@Rafael Ramos All your goals contradict each other:(1) Cashflow: buy Class C & D properties2) Appreciation: buy Class A & B properties3) Low Crime: buy Class A & B properties4) Why would you want your investments to lose money to lower your taxes?

Single-family homes and small multifamily properties (duplexes, triplexes) are solid options depending on your goals.

Stay motivated by setting goals and celebrating progress!

Also, let me know if you’re ever exploring partnerships or raising funds for a deal—I believe in combining efforts to scale faster and smarter.”

It’s a smart move, especially since it ties in with your goal of saving for your first investment.For skills, you probably already have a good foundation with your sales experience—things like communication, organization, and dealing with clients are all super valuable.

My main goal is to find something relatively close to the DMV area but without the DMV price tag.

I've realized that embracing all types of Investors and expanding my Network in every way aligns with my Goals and benefits the Investing Community as a whole.

This is critical because depending on your future goals and what we think the market is going to do, we can structure everything to keep more money in your pocket for the next deal. 

Depends on what your goals are. 1-4 units are still residential, so it doesn't really matter how you start.