I would encourage house hacking, you won't be cash flowing but it helps you save while you get your foot in the door with low DP.

And as John said, have as many remote/wifi controls like locks, thermostats, garage door openers, sprinkler controllers (I don't have cameras, but many do).

However, I happen to own 2 houses already on that street of older small 2/1s including the one next door that I purchased last summer in updated condition with a good long term tenant in place for $25k!!! 

This is a great strategy to use for beginners who want to get a foot in the door of investing while also learning crucial skills just as tenant management. 

One door will not change your life financially, at least not right away.

Thanks Hey Spencer, I own 4 doors here in Ohio and actually looking to add more.

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I want a professional that knows more than I do... or what am I hiring them for.  

that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases.

that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases.