Then you can read a more in-depth book like The Book On Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner or The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing by Spencer Strauss.2.

What are your goals for holding investments in these markets?

@Juan Perez Turning your primary residence into a rental is a great way to build your investment portfolio.

My name and my daughter’s name(s) are also in title and the loan.I have really good equity in both properties (six figure) with great interest rates.At some point my daughters and their husbands will move out to upgrade to something bigger.I want to turn these properties into investment properties after my daughters move out:  thinking the best way is to convert in my name only.Also considering leveraging the equity in the properties to help buy new homes/townhomes for my daughters when they are ready as well.Wondering what the best strategies would be for me to expand property portfolio, minimize tax impact , create more passive income while continuing to help my family grow.I appreciate any advice! 

Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

Investing locally isn't an option. 

@Andrew McArthur I've been investing in Columbia, South Carolina since 2005.

If you want the 70% you could do a 50/50 over an 18 and co-invest 20% of the capital—then you’ll get 100% of 20% and 50% of 80% (over an 18).

It’s great to see your enthusiasm as you dive into real estate investing.

@Ryan Daulton No investments are guaranteed, some investments just happen to be less risky than others.