They really should have the boundary lines identified.

Hi @Tony Cruz, a few comments and questions for you consider.Have you identified your target geographic area?

It would be virtually impossible to hide from my tenants that I am the owner unless I dealt with them personally under some kind of assumed name or put all the properties in an LLC.But I introduce myself as the OWNER, my lease identifies me as the LANDLORD, and I conduct myself as if the buck stops with me.

Identify properties and figure out your goals based on inventory.

It sounds like you identified your ultimate goal of achieving financial freedom, now it comes down to how you're going to get there.

The key to this is identifying one of your strengths and what you could bring to an experienced operator.

It was really helpful for me to take the time to identify my personal goals and what I REALLY wanted out of life.

I’ve helped a couple investors recently, both identify for purchase, and help with tenant placement.

Prelims are extremely important to identifying the chain of title, encumbrances, or any additional clouds on title.

If you go for a joined duplex, look up your local laws and codes and put very clear language about quiet hours and noise levels in your lease.As you've identified, carpet is more sound-deadening than wood.