A duplex / triplex where you house hack w/ the VA loan is a good option if the numbers work.2.

They look good on paper, but there are a lot of things that can go wrong.

I am interested in Vancouver, Battleground, Camas, Ridgefield areas and also Portland if good opportunity exists.

Is this generally a good idea/recommended for a new real estate investor?

When we review Tenant applications that are section 8 subsidized we are struggling to get a good handle on whether a Tenant is financially fit.

There are a lot of good gems in that episode that you may find helpful as well. 

The person writing the article is usually a very good writer - not necessarily an expert in what they’re writing about.  3.

@Jorge Vazquez It is really good if you want to scale up quickly as you do pay a heavy price when you buy back the equity but it is good to pay back within 3 yearsThis explains betterhttps://www.cnbc.com/select/what-is-home-equity-sharing/#:~:text=Home%20equity%20sharing%20allows%20homeowners,when%20you%20sell%20the%20house.

I never read the book you referenced but at least it appears the book is written by a tax professional which is a good start.  

Hi Johnny, I can help you work out a good scenario