It’s exciting to hear you’re looking to scale up into larger multifamily investments—financial independence is a fantastic goal, and it sounds like you’re taking the right steps to get there.It’s great that you’re already focused on assembling a team and diving into market analysis.

How long will it take you to accumulate the same amount of knowledge in Cleveland?

Real estate investing is all about learning, networking, and taking that first step when the time is right.What strategies or markets are you currently researching?

It’s great that you’re taking the first step—that’s the most important part of the journey!

Imagine a 4bed/2bath home with a small ADU in back, a converted garage with a private entrance, or a three-level home with a basement that can be converted into a private apartment.You can get privacy and house hack, but it takes a little more effort.

You may have to do one as part of the loan process and I wouldn't want you to end up paying for 2 appraisals if the lender doesn't take the one you ordered on your own.

Congrats on taking the 1st step. 

Take it from there.

Just don't see the S-Corp or another LLC having a place here..I've heard tax advisors say it takes around $70k min of self employment income for the break even point for S-Corp to make sense.

I just acquired a duplex, and the tenant has been there 15 years and takes care of the place like it's her own.