Rather than distribute my $$ over several townhouse purchases, maybe I could get a small apartment building.  10 units?

All owner occupied homes, and several RV pads for when oil season is going. 

(The closing will be scheduled several months from contract signing, at which time I will probably already know the property I will purchase.

Over the years, I’ve posted several tax questions on BP and there was an REI-focused CPA that was always very responsive and helpful in answering them.

He started out as the assistant manager of trim and became the  VP of Operations for a well known National  I have identified several small lots and a few larger pieces the value is mind blowing.  

I probably listen to them several times, and I LOVE it.

@Nick W.I've been active in the Kansas City market for several years and know it well.

Regarding what you were talking about, with $40k and 150 mile radius you can get into several markets with the leverage of hard money.

I have five or six brokers that I am staying in contact in the Chicago western suburbs, and I also have several in the South Bend, Indiana market as well. 

And, depending on your water source, a well permit and quarterly testing for the Brevard Health Department.All the permits total around $500/year.I own several units in the Melbourne Beach/Space Coast area so I'm familiar with the local laws if you need some more info.