Check the MLS and see if you can see what other garages look like finish level.  

Trust me, it is worth it.  

Have a local bank providing the loan, have my son moving into the lower level so I got an FHA 3.5% loan and the property is valued at 220k. 

@Jason James,You can use self-directed IRA to purchase rental property, as well as any other alternative investment such as tax liens, trust deeds, private placements, syndication, private lending, etc. etc. etc.

@Eric Haug if you have a close friend you trust from Asia or the Mid East area, you can get 24K gold for much cheaper than what you’d pay in USA.

You could live in one level and rent out the other level.

Also, my husband especially, would like for us to move into more "hands off" investments even if that means somewhat lower returns.I have seen Delaware Statutory Trusts advertised as a vehicle for investing 1031 funds.

This is my first post and I’m looking to acquire a 16 unit apartment complex in El Reno, Oklahoma.I‘m located in Seattle, WA so I‘ll need a very reputable and trust worthy professional property management firm.Any ideas on fees, I‘m thinking 7-8% of gross rents?

They have a combined 45 years of experience with rehabs, new construction, and commercial in Chicago so I have naturally learned a lot from them over the years and tend to trust their judgment.My questions - Is 25% down overkill?

Landlords who do not follow the law can be hit with fines and/or jail time.As always, don't trust the internet, seek professional advice.