It seems like that size purchase wouldn't make it worth so would love to hear more on that.I did a 1031 exchange here in Chicago, where we built a ground up single family, but then exchanged into a 19 unit building.

He is local to the area and can give you some solid guidance.

I can put max 10% down on this property but the bank lenders are saying this would be a investment property and so I would need 20-25% down. is there a way to buy the 2nd property with max 10% down?

How did you add value to the deal?

For this reason and to be able to scale my portfolio, I’ve started looking out of my market. 

And since the loans were not in their names and as you note Sellers did not know to ask for PG ( although in these cases PG is worthless) These folks walked and left the sellers in a very bad way..

Have you thought about the types of properties you want to invest in and the strategy you want to use to make a profit via said property?

I am new to bigger pockets, I am a licensed plumber in Northern California I would like to start obtaining rental properties Welcome to BiggerPockets!

Aldi followed suit, purchasing two stores in Phoenix and Mesa for $6.9 million.With 11 locations still available, off-price retailers like Goodwill and Burlington are expected to backfill these spaces.

I have done everything the right way, the ethical way, treating people with honesty and respect.. treating the market and the process with respect (not cutting any corners, permits, etc) and it seems like I have been beaten down at every turn and now I am at risk of losing everything I have worked hard for years to obtain.