Here’s why:Cash Flow: A 4-plex offers four rental incomes versus two in a duplex, which can significantly boost your cash flow and help cover vacancies or unexpected expenses.Financing: For a 4-plex, you can still take advantage of residential financing (which tends to have lower rates) compared to commercial loans.

These LLCs are both owned by the same two people, so there would be no money exchanged.  

I'm interested in writing an offer on a duplex in Columbus OH that is currently occupied with Section 8 tenants on both sides.

The multifamily real estate market is gaining momentum as we close out 2024, driven by easing financial conditions and attractive cap rates, according to Marcus & Millichap's Q3 report.Cap rates have surged to an average of 5.8% between July 2023 and June 2024, marking a 110-basis-point increase from 2022's low and the highest level since 2014.

My purchase price 3 years ago is still almost 3x the most updated assessed value by the Clark County Treasurer.

Or, would my money be better spent someplace down south or by a National Park that would have year round traffic.My goal is to have a place where my family can spend a couple of weeks during the Summer, pad my retirement a bit, and have a place to leave my kids.Thank you in advance for your input.

But as I've read more about the process, including a BP published book by Brian Green 'Long Distance Investing', I'm wondering if not only is a RE agent not needed for me, but is likely to work against my favor.Why? 

The HOA, had a balance of $195k at the beginning of the year and is expected to have $207k by year end.

It's a unique opportunity to combine my passion for real estate with hospitality, and I'm eager to dive into the process, build a portfolio, and create welcoming spaces that generate both income and experiences.Read Short Term Rental, Long Term Wealth, published by Bigger Pockets. 

I tell you by experience 8 multifamilies in the last 10 months.