You probably shouldn’t use state-wide numbers.

And while there IS free training sessions at KW, a lot of the good stuff costs money and is why their business model is so successful.Good luck with whatever you decide and I hope my points gave you some more to think about and to look into more options than simply those two.

Generally there are three categories of multifamily investment properties – which will greatly determine your loan options.These three categories are based on the number of units at the property.2-4 Units: While these are “multifamily” properties in the sense that there are “multiple units” – you will generally have very similar options for financing to traditional residential loans on single family rentals – think the traditional 30-year fixed rate conventional option or DSCR Loans – and the coveted 20% down payment option too.

Explore financing options 5.

This was widely discussed on these forums recently and the example that was shared represented that the Property Manager would indemnify the owner only in the event of gross negligence.

So what are our options?

Alternatively, you could consider marketing directly to sellers as another option.

Last option, a hard money lender can help.

Also, you didn't mention it but I am also specifically not asking about seller finance, it is an option but not the topic of this thread.

Using a rental is one of the best reasons to buy one so I like your thinking there.The proliferation of STR in ski areas have made areas a little farther out more of an option in some of the ski areas so you can track the options by looking where they short-terms stop on the map in the areas you like.