But we live in a period of time where a lot of people want to convince others of their success (e.g., influencers and gurus) without actually obtaining success so it leads to a lot of confusion, misinformation, and just muddles the water on what is realistic and what isn't.  

When you are evaluating appreciation, ignore the COVID period.

I've never been to Columbus, and I have lived in Indianapolis for a short period some 20 years ago (I'm sure the city has changed a lot by now).

Other than saving over a long period of time, how can I come up with a 20% downpayment for a 450k triplex I found for sale? 

AB308 Impacts “increase of rent” notices: for a periodic tenancy of 1 month or more, 60 days in advance of the first rental payment to be increased (up from 45).

This way, you can get rid of PMI after some time.Refinance over a short-period of time may not be worthwhile(especially if no appreciation) as the closing costs(especially on a huge purchase price) will be high.Best of luck!

Get an insurance quote during your inspection period. 

Hi Lesley, Delayed Financing if it is within the 6 month waiting period.  

Hi All,Reaching out for some help.First time landlord, 6 months into taking the keys (live in landlord--4plex and I live in one unit and rent the other 3), I have my first tenant who is late on rent.She texted me this afternoon saying she won't be able to pay until Monday or Tuesday.For reference, when we signed the lease she asked if there was a grace period on late rent, and I said no, and that it would be $25 late fee for each day late.Any advice on how to handle this?

With financing, you own many more properties and use primarily other people's money to pay off your home for you over a long period of time.