Wife and I are both self-employed so acquiring a traditional mortgage is challenging based on our "on paper" income.

Like many new investors, I had little cash and no access to traditional lenders.

Planning on doing a light reno to replace carpet, repaint, etc.

Let's say you inherited a traditional IRA and take a $10,000 distribution this year.

We are able to get great incentives and the ability to own an investment property that take a very light maintenance budget for the first few years is a huge plus.  

As far as a DST goes for replacement property, it can be a great potential solution for those who are no longer interested in the traditional responsibilites of ownership any longer or who may be having a difficult time finding adequate replacement property or properties. 

I used traditional financing FHA Loan How did you add value to the deal?

It’s in Algiers 3-4 minutes without traffic lights from the city.

I don't mind doing some light cosmetic work like painting for my first property but nothing too involved.

Plus, it’s all accessible by light rail!