What Marc wrote about expense risks with old buildings is exactly my concern, and since we will not move into one of the units, the uptown model will not be a fit for us.

My concern is with the SEC and securities laws.  

I don't mind posting a surety bond , but concerned about getting wrapped up in a some type of scam somehow..

I'm concerned about not being unable to take advantage of something like that because I technically won't be a first time buyer.HELP ?

If you have concerns about the plumbing, include a licensed plumber in the inspection process.

I understand the rate adjustment might be concerning, that is a decision you need to be able to sleep at night.

There are other FHA requirements concerning which you should contact your local lender, but determining whether or not a triplex or fourplex meets the self-sufficiency rule is a good place to start as this rule will immediately eliminate many properties from your search, especially in expensive markets like ours.

I am concerned about doing our first "big" deal with friends in the event it may go bust but while we have never personally invested in this way, we're not totally oblivious as to how it all works.

It might not be a concern with family, but for a PM, the resident should pay the PM and the PM distribute to the landlord after fees/repairs are deducted.Its more work, but it can help keep you from getting stiffed on a debt.You do have to distribute later in the month if you take personal checks, so they clear before you pay the landlord.

Hi, Friends, I am new in property, even I am renting for my self , I don't want to buy for my own residence since I am not sure like where I need to buy,so I was planning to buy for some investment. my concern is...