Appreciation and equity however play a way bigger part in the Austin market and what my clients focus on when purchasing duplexes. 

Initial impressions are key, as well as great follow-through.)Your documents, rental agreement, and property rules (These need to comply with the laws of your jurisdiction, professionally presented, and be top notch to serve both you and your tenant well.)Good Luck!

The client is likely an "illegal immigrant" (I don't have a problem with them), but it's may make things more difficult in attempting to collect.

Thanks for serving.

Exception being when a residential real estate agent {accidentally} catches a small - medium multiunit and,  not having a suitable network of buyers, does what they know and lists it on MLS.You will be better served finding a driven and connected commercial broker in your areas of interest and get yourself on their call list.

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My client is going to invest and live out of state.

@Michael Newman ideally your W-2 job would serve dual purposes, both focused on your passion... 1) build capital and establish credit worthiness with which to pursue your passion, and 2) give you experience in a career you're passionate about. 

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