I'm wondering if a 1.2x for MTR rates is doable and what general/average rental time period is.c.

My question is, do I qualify as having lived in the house for this time, to get around the 2 out of 5 years capital gains tax rule?

Any list you can pull for a few bucks has already been hammered by hordes of investors before you.Not saying this way can't work, but I recommend a different path...I prefer to focus on sellers who have a reason to sell but who require some effort and skill to identify.My favorites are #TiredLandlords, namely owners who have filed an eviction lawsuit against their non-paying tenants.Many of these folks are through being in the rental business and are open to hearing about a way out.Even better, #TiredLandlords are ideal candidates for seller financing, since they don't need the sale proceeds to buy another house, PLUS they are already conditioned to receiving monthly payments over a period of time.

How many times do you see in these forums the investor who got swindled out of $5K, $10k etc. seeking advice on how to recover?

Once you've made up your mind one way or the other, be swift and decisive.

What are some of the most effective marketing strategies used by property managers of multifamily properties 30 units and up to attract tenants? 

What is your plan for management? 

According to a recent Redfin survey, 23% of prospective 1st-time buyers said that they would wait until after the US presidential election to see who wins and what’s on offer before buying.

A real estate professional can use real estate losses to offset W-2 or other income, but you would need to meet both the:1.750-hour rule – You must spend at least 750 hours per year in real estate activities.2.50% rule – More than 50% of your working time must be spent on real estate.Since both of you have W-2 jobs, it might be difficult to meet these requirements unless one of you dedicates significant time to real estate.Another option could be buying multiple rental properties.

Manage portfolio of my own rentals3.