I'm a new member interested in breaking into the small, multi-family rental property industry, specifically 2, 3 or 4 units, looking for some education recommendations.

I know one investor in San Diego who did 25 wholesale deals last year and he exclusively gets his deals from agents with pocket listings. 

I'm CPA work in the private industries.

@Jeremiah Hilliard, if you owned and lived in the home as a primary residence 2 of the last 5 years, you have a capital gain exclusion of $250k (gain) if you're single and $500k (gain) if you're married filing jointly on combined lien amounts up to $1.2MM on a primary and secondary residence. 

Extremely motivated residential real estate development manager and investor.ExperienceI have been in construction and real estate industry since 2000.Low cost housing development management and urban renewal projectsOwn four properties (3 rentals);Developed one propertySelf-financed one property Real Estate Goals (in four year cycles)2015 – 2019 period: Double the rental properties owned to 8 properties by 2019Write an operations manual for the business.  2011 – 2015: Double the properties owned to 4 properties by 2015Increase in property investment knowledge Create proper financial tracking and monitoring.Register a property company or trustGet into a property club and property mentorship.Get SA property advisors and connections.2007 – 2015 period: Have two properties by 4th year (done)Gain knowledge in wealth and propertyCurrently Seeking+ Single-family properties around Pretoria with a positive cashflow. + Create a property investment club to develop in estates.

Apartments, retail, industrial?

I have been in the auto industry since 2003.

I just posted a blog - the 6th installment of The Science of Finding Deals forum and blog posts exclusive to the Biggerpockets community.It's a long read...but I promise, it's worth it.

Rental Rates high seasonDaily range $125-$160 Weekly $850-$950Rental Rates low seasonDaily $105-$120Weekly $675-$800 Residential tower is one of the most sought-after residences in the beach area.The building is an icon and a staple in Panama’s beach communities– particularly amongst English-speaking expats and vacation homeowners.It’s known throughout Panama for its ideal location, breathtaking coastal views, resort-style amenities, and spacious high-quality apartments. amenities include: Direct beach accessRooftop pool and social area with panoramic beach and mountain viewsGround pool and social areaChildren’s poolFitness centerGame roomLow monthly maintenance feesCovered parking24-hour securityOther advantages: Home to an established community of English-speaking expatsA short walk to several excellent restaurants and a mini-supermarketAbout five minutes drive to the major supermarkets, banks, shopping, and more restaurantsJust over an hour from Panama City, largest city and national capitalDeveloper units have long since sold out, and people take advantage when a resale comes on the market.High resale value and reliable rental incomeThe Apartments iconic and high-demand development– occupying an exclusive and enviable waterfront position and filled with lavish amenities.The units, which sit on the 1st, 2nd, and 4th floor, each offer a prize-winning & unobstructed view of the Pacific, and a private balcony fully furnished, with modern tropical-chic décor that suits its beachfront ambience kitchenettes have also been providedNow for the numbers: average monthly rental: $2,200; property mgmt fee $115, condo maintenance fee: $68; Cable wifi $60; electric $60 mo, Rental mgmt fee: 20%; asking $185,000 USDMore detail in terms of Property insurance, taxes pending.

Good luck getting into the industry.