Also keep the property in a great neighborhood (low crime, great schools, low property taxes, etc.) for a rental.It all starts with the deal.Anybody have success buying probate real estate?

This market will be difficult to cash flow today, and competition for multis is insane.I am currently playing in the Detroit market where I believe I will repeat what I achieved in Atlanta, and continue to grow passive income.You may find my post on....."

Love your strategy to start with a small multi-family - if you're able to secure and FHA for owner / occupied, you'll be well on your way to success.

Can I ask you both what your strengths are and how they contribute to your success? 

I only have small bits of advice in REI, but I've built successful companies in the past so can talk your ear off about that side of things.Anyways, thanks for reading and please reach out!

Start networking and calling realtors and property managers in those areas, and make your decision based on who you feel can help you achieve your goals the best.

Any ideas of where I should look & ideas to make this successful?

Now if I jump to the 40-50 unit sized buildings, it is very achievable to get to gross revenues that are more than double that.

@Salvatore Lentini thank you for your response and congrats on your success.

Looking for ideas on a Debt investment.I have $20,000 to invest in a debt fund or with partner. 8% + return, 6mo-2yr tie up.Prefer seasoned company with many successful deals to their credit.Non-Accredited, SDIRA acceptable.Thanksps: I am not looking at this time for anymore equity investments