On a recent episode of the podcast, I remember hearing one of the hosts discussing this town as a good place to invest but have not been able to find the show notes. I believe it was either Tony or Henry Washington. A...

It can also help cover HELOC payments if you find a property with solid equity potential.

With some changes to the management structure and leadership, I believe we can significantly increase the revenue potential while providing a positive impact.

Hi Eli, This is a creative and potentially win-win strategy that could work well in the right situation.

I suggest the buyer at least get an estimate of the potential tax savings. 

One time I had a guest smoke and it went right up the ducts into my unit, it was awful.I'm conscious about how that could potentially affect guests who will be staying in the upper unit in the future.

This is how I see it:Single-Family Homes:Pros:Larger pool of potential tenants (families).Simpler management (one tenant, one lease).Often easier to finance.May appreciate faster in some markets.Cons:Only one income stream.Vacancy hits harder financially.Duplexes:Pros:Two potential income streams.Live in one unit and rent the other (house hacking!)

You're on the right track to reach out for help here and also to look to your area for potential partnerships.

Quote from @Brian Dolbeare: I’m considering purchasing a small multifamily property in Pittsburgh that I really like, except for one potential drawback: it has 100% street parking.In my current market, lack of off-street parking would be a significant negative, especially during winter.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!