You typically reap that full benefit over approximately 3 years. 

The first property was a single family home that we essentially wholesaled and then we turned and burned for the big stuff.

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If you already own investment properties, you have to show reserves for those, too.If you're going to own a rental, it is essential that you have cash on hand for big expenses that have a way of popping up.  

Again speed is essential if a landlord does not wish to lose more than 2 - 3 months rent.

I think you make a great point about the benefits of manufactured homes. 

I essentially have 4-6 months "off" each year which is handy.

For me, the biggest benefits are the fact that someone else (bank) finances the bulk of your purchase while another someone else (tenant) pays the loan back, all the while you're cash flowing.Thanks for the article.

Essentially your “skin in the game” so it cannot be a loan from a bank, friend, family member, etc.

Buying a multi-family and living in one of the units (house hacking), has a few benefits.