In the worst case scenario that demand is low for a 2/2 we'll have to drop prices to attract people away from the 1BR places.

Some buyers don't want your tenants who may or may not have been screen properly but some buyers like the attraction of having income on day one. 

Franklinton is undergoing rapid transformation, with developments like The Gravity Projects, new breweries, and an expanding arts district driving change.Safety and Future Outlook:Increased Investments: New developments bring better lighting, public spaces, and infrastructure, naturally improving safety.Community Growth: More residents and businesses create activity, discouraging crime and boosting the neighborhood's vibrancy.Police and Outreach: Enhanced patrols and local organizations address crime and substance issues.While challenges remain, ongoing investments and gentrification make Franklinton safer and more attractive.

What attracts you to this niche?

LTR, MTR and STR work in most larger markets (~top 30-40 cities by pop, or be proximity to metros/attractions/employers).

However you have capital and experience which would be attractive to the right money partner.

., which creates a great opportunity to leverage real estate for attracting travel nurses and other medical professionals.

Temple now attracts students from more affluent backgrounds in the Philadelphia suburbs (kudo's to the school for raising it's academic reputation).

Also having a higher proportion of revenue generated through the residential component of the building does make financing easier. (3) The exception to the 80% rule I abide by is when the commercial space is leased to a credit tenant with a proven & sustainable business  or where the space presents the opportunity to attract a neighborhood amenity F&B operator (this is most beneficial in instances where you have a larger localized portfolio where these commercial tenants can positively impact the value of your overall residential portfolio).

Wholesaling seemed like a manageable way to enter the real estate space while learning and growing.I’m particularly interested in the advice about creating an online foundation to stand out and attract motivated sellers.