When I was still active, the only time I would consider self-managing was when my tenants were college buddies and shipmates.

Lately I've been tempted to flip but I keep reminding myself that steady cashflow in a strong market will ensure a comfortable retirement and will help put the kids through college" haha

My in-laws live in Hope Mills and college bestie lived down the street from Bragg.

Long term rentals, I believe are the easiest, especially in a college town.

While Canadian-specific groups aren't as prominent on Bigger Pockets, there's a thriving community of investors here who frequently collaborate across borders, especially when it comes to cross-border investing strategies and tax considerations.If you’re interested in connecting with more Canadian investors, I’d recommend starting by joining the BP groups focused on international investing.

After graduating college with a degree in both marketing and finance I transitioned to the lending side of the real estate industry.

Also, the state of formation is likely where internal disputes would be brought among LLC members, so if you and a partner and/or spouse live in CA, you probably want to arbitrate in CA if the two of you had a disagreement.

Internally I use the total building footprint but I am thinking in your answers here you guys are going by finished sq ft. including below-grade finished sq ft.?

Example - could you increase ash flow by acquiring a SFH near a college campus but charge rent by the room?

I'm currently a senior in college and am on track to graduate with a bachelors in facility management this upcoming spring.