Hi Jide,I personally invest in SFRs and prefer those over multi-units. 

However, if you prefer to meet in person and not over zoom or some other digital means, that would be a consideration.

We run monthly in-person meetups in New Jersey just for this reason.

I was confused about how to file taxes and separate tax deductibles from personal and business filing, as a H1B holder.

Owners mistakenly ASSUME all PMCs offer the exact SAME SERVICES and PERFORM those services EXACTLY THE SAME WAY, so price is the only differentiator – so, they often select the first PMC they call or that calls them back!

Connect with a good maintenance person to have in case you eventually get that overflowing toilet call.

I would personally rent if it is temporary so you don't mix a personal and investment decisions.

They can be fun but also time wasters as well I have only personally bought off auction.com 

The key is there is no financing contingency, and if the buyer does not perform, they lose their deposit.But, obviously, anybody can check that box and sign an offer.

Generally the listing realtor won't show your offer favourably with a vtb.I personally found the best owner financing comes from motivated vendors, in the private market.