A few colleagues and I are in the early stages of taking the leap into small apartment investing. 

My name is Kelly and I am in the beginning stages of my real estate career.

The floorplan can include measurements of walls, door swings, and you can even put in fixtures, appliances, and more to stage the property.

Some states are beginning to go back into higher lockdown stages.

@Duncan Pratt Iam used to the PPI where you have to submit pictures and inspections reports to show you reached a certain milestone/stage of improvement before they will advance the next set of funds.

Cultural scene is strong, multiple festivals and several stages that bring major Broadway productions, dance festivals etc.

The trick is location and staging.

I feel like I could have done better in the due diligence stage, so what have you done to prevent these types of situations?

Hi, My wife and I are also in the very beginning stages of considering our first rental/investment property in San Antonio.

They will be able to answer your questions regarding the loan and help you find a lender.At this stage in the game, I would just focus on getting your first duplex with the expectation that everything might not go as planned.