That's legally...now the personal interaction side says, whatever you can do to access when it makes sense for them is what is best.

I'd say a couple other factors to consider @Michael Avillion are:Privacy - having neighbors in a MFH setting isn't everybody's cup of teaVA loan - anticipate some headwind with using VA loan right now.

I absolutely agree with you that in-person meetups are way more interactive and productive.

The biggest difference in  duplexes and 5 units are the number of tenants interacting, the size of units (possibly higher turnover with smaller units),  and capex costs.

He greeted the new profession enthusiastically, thinking his skills and focus on customer experience developed during 30 years in the restaurant business would be transferable to real estate.He got his license in October, but has yet to land any deals, as Covid-19-related restrictions are limiting in-person interactions with clients.

What is the anticipated lifespan of the system and how long do you plan to own it; and how will that condition affect your ability to sell down the road?

Again, the BiggerPockets store has some books for this or you can learn by watching podcasts, reading blogs, and interacting on the forum.

-What is a general DTI ratio that I can anticipate a bank to allow for these situations?

The anticipated rebound in retail sales will also be driven by an acceleration in the pace of vaccinations, which should allow for broader economic activity, even as the rate of decline in new COVID-19 cases has leveled off.

Appreciation - The location must be appreciating at or above the inflation rate.Investor friendly - The cost of doing business and local regulations and taxes must favor investors.I will explore each of the three criteria below but first, a comment on selecting properties based on ROI.ROI is Only a Snapshot in TimeIf you anticipate holding the property for many years, what is happening long-term is more important than what is happening today.