The property has been owned outright for over 70 years, has had the same tenant over 50 years (a utility company), and we are looking at taking out around 40% LTV, and the mortgage payments would be covered 2-3x by the rental income, so very stable, safe lending situation. 

Wanted outcome: I want to keep some version of an affordable residence for my kids to use as they start out in early adulthood.

I’m just starting to explore the world of real estate investing here in the Bay Area.

I realize the benefits of investing in real estate and would like to get started as early as possible.

I am hoping to start investing in the Tampa Bay area in Q1 2025.

Personally, I find that a bit steep and would probably look for another company.

How do others set up management and maintenance to scale up to 10, 20, 30+ units without using a full service property management company and still having a full time job and not taking away from family at home?

However, I'm starting to think I can get much more selling them individually to owner/occupants.

I would greatly appreciate any advice you could offer on how to get started with buying your first property also Are there specific resources or strategies you found most helpful when you were starting out? 

who starts off the project by cheating and asking you to cheat as well.