Below are some links for you.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/09/how-to-buy-a-small-multifamily-property/ (How to buy a small multifamily property)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/07/19/how-to-buy-a-duplex/(guide to buying a duplex)https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/16/how-to-choose-areas-multifamily-deals/ (Choosing multi-family deals) BP Podcast 061:How to Succeed in Multifamily Investing – A Unique Conversation with Josh, Brandon, and BenBP Podcast 131: Investing in Multifamily Properties in a HOT Real Estate Market with Serge Shukhathttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/03/07/profitable-ethical-landlord/FHA 3 1/2% percent or Seller financing, great way to start.

What are the objectives spelled out in your business plan?

Thank you for the advice.I have to admit that I like the idea of approaching the owner about him buying my unit, but I am sure that he sees me as "one of the many" and not a unique person who he would open himself up to for a purchase. 

Some states, like California, view certain objects as fixtures that are conveyed with the property.

So by trying to escape some reserve requirements may cost yourself more then you know depending on what your short and long term objectives are with these properties.

There are some special rules for unique circumstances such as divorce or a disregarded entity (single member LLC that does not elect to be taxed as a corporation). 

The older members of the Board objected, but my plan prevailed, and after we sold it for the most a townhouse had sold for in years and were able to pocket ~$25k in tax-free profits for the HOA (HOAs are non-profits), even the Board members who had objected congratulated me and said it had been the right decision to buy and flip the property.

Aside from purely objective factors, Denton is a really cool town that reminds me of a mini-Austin before it became so big.  

Learn to handle objections, and grow your people skills.

You want something unique that says "you" and only you, something memorable and easily identifiable.