I've read a few articles describing the benefit of using a 3rd party like "cozy.com" to collect rents from tenants...one benefit being my routing and account number aren't given to tenants for direct deposit which can evidently lead to issues down the road...however, the main benefit being that a tenant can stall an eviction by direct depositing a portion of the rent owed into my account, thereby, nullifying the eviction process and having to start over since I "accepted" partial payment. 

There are only single family homes in the immediate area and you don't see multi-unit until you get into town. 

Looking to analyze multi-family properties to buy and hold that produce $150+ in cash flow.

This translates into a demand of 37,500 new multi-family rental units in the Greater Seattle Area.

I've watch plenty of videos and wholesaling seems like the best fit for me but the idea of having rental property one day also excites me. 

Looking to buy multi-family homes and rent them out with a business partner.

However, both parties have agreed to sale at a price that I can agree upon. 

I have a background in wastewater treatment, I also have some experience in multi level business. 

I am relatively new to the REI world and like many other beginners before me I've read and seen many videos on REI.

Any pointers for my first multi-unit deal?