If it was about buying properties, it would be called "collecting".Assuming a property that is good for both, one simple way (the best way) to see which is best is based on comparing the potential profit from a flip to how many years it would take for the potential cumulative CF to equal that potential profit. 

Forst off, you DO need a broker if you are going to lend, otherwise, you are likely in violation of state usury laws and other potential Federal laws. 

@Braeden CobbBy using varied rental strategies, you can maximize the income potential of a 3-4 plex house hack.

To that end, I look forward to connecting with investors, brokers, and lenders in Indianapolis and other Midwest markets to tap into your knowledge and discuss any potential triplex/fourplex buy and hold opportunities.

There are so many things you should be looking at before getting drawn in by the potential return metrics.

The less debt the less potential returns (assuming you have positive leverage...which you should) but there should be less risk.A lot of these questions can be (and have been) solved through financial theory/academia/etc. 

It is unrealized cash potential when it comes to selling/cash out refi/HELOC.4.

However, considering the age and the initial understanding, asking her to replace them might seem a bit harsh and could potentially sour an otherwise positive landlord-tenant relationship.Instead, you could offer to split the cost of replacing the washer and dryer with another used set.

- Moving beyond 4-plex turns into commercial mortgage loans, which I think will reduce the pool of potential buyers.- If we play to hold, I'm not sure if the rental income will make this a worthy enough investment, but I could be wrong.What do you think of this situation here?

They can also see what other things they can amend while doing this amendment to potentially get back even more.