I’m looking for small multi-family homes in the $150k-$250k range, focusing on property appreciation with minimal cash flow to build reserves.I’ve been considering areas like Fishtown, Somerton, Roxborough, Haverford, Conshohocken, West Norriton, Upper Darby, Lansdale, and Abington.

I don't think you want o build yourself a full time job? 

@Craig Holland Land is often sold with owner financing, in part because buyers have a hard time financing it, and in part because buyers often only need a short time before they can build on the land and refinance out of the seller loan. 

I'm seriously considering trying to find something there, but need to build up my knowledge and contacts of reputable agents and contractors etc.I'm interested in multi-family, STRs, commercial, self storage, and possibly even flips if the right opportunity came up.

To invest out of state successfully, focus on building a strong local team (agent, PM, contractors), automating deal analysis, and using contingencies to protect yourself.

A few of my clients are actively doing BRRRRs in Sacramento by going for duplexes, adding ADU's, splitting lots and building another SFH.

I view real estate investing as another wealth building tool in my tool kit.

Core values and faith-based messaging can be powerful, but they often get co-opted as a marketing tool to build trust.To tie it all together, many of these programs introduce a group or community.

Digging into off-market opportunities, networking with wholesalers, and building relationships with motivated sellers can put you ahead of the competition.🔹 Creative Financing – Traditional loans don’t always work for distressed properties.

Bonus Tip: If this quadruplex is out of state, I’d highly recommend building a reliable local team (cleaners, handymen, etc.) and maybe consider hiring a co-host or VA to help with day-to-day tasks, especially if you scale up.