Meeting a (relative to local costs of living) "middle class" family is the least common of the three options that I encounter day-to-day.You hear/read about a lot of investors using Section 8 as a viable strategy in the SF Bay Area.

Had to get rid of several drug selling crews dealing in front of my properties and encountered any kind of nasty situation and crazy people and had my share of roomies tenants to deal with.

bundle it with a portfolio lender, or sell it all as a package and 1031 the proceeds into a multifamily deal eh ehm.. what id do

Yes I am 1031ing my singles as a package into a larger MF.

I used realestateexpress.com, Exam Preparation package.

In fact, take heed if an experienced HML tells you to walk from a deal.A experienced HML will have a legally vetted loan package (not just a note and mortgage) and understand how to read a title prelim, specify title and hazard insurance requirements, and provide lender instructions.

I have encountered many different problems, and I believe the neighboring home is a drug house.

They are running some sort of promotion for 20% off (LAUNCH20 code), so the basic package starts at $479 (Minnesota - not sure if it varies from state to state).

Using a quasi-natural experiment in which investors purchased pre-packaged home portfolios, we find that average properties located within 0.25 miles of bulk-sold properties sell for $3,323.25 higher than homes located farther away.

Just wanted to see if anyone ever encountered any issues with the banks.