Jokes aside, RBC is usually a solid first choice.

When you go to rent your apartment and you cant find a solid tenant will see the challenges right away.3.

It can certainly be done, but I'd recommend having a solid contractor on your team and holding a fair amount in reserves. 

This group have given me some really solid advice already so I want to ask this.

I don't think it's wise to try this until you have proven experience and a solid partnership agreement.It's OK to scale slowly.

For example, if you're looking for scalability and strong cash flow, multi family investing in areas with a solid price to rent ratio could be a great option.

From my experience, cities like Greenville, Columbia, Augusta, Huntsville, Chattanooga, and Jacksonville offer strong house-hacking opportunities with growing job markets, solid rental demand, and affordable multi-family options.

Quote from @Carter Trombley: Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Just earn solid money.

Your plan seems solid so far, good luck! 

It sounds like you have a solid, strategic approach, especially with a focus on value-add properties in appreciating markets.