I knew there had to be a better way than BBB & stalking on fb.

I am just getting started on analyzing the data, however I am keen on investing in this area... specifically in small multi-family (no more than 4 units).

. - 2024, I’ve been retraining myself to focus on saving & budgeting.Any helpful tips to help balance this?

So now your 3" line is more like a 1.5" line. 

I'm focused on small to mid-sized multifamily properties in south central and eastern NC, and I’d love to connect with others that are actively investing and operating in these areas.

The market's steady growth ensures that homebuyers and rental property investors can capitalize on the area's potential.Key Economic Indicators:Average Wage in 2024: $59,586Five-Year Compound Wage Growth: 3.73%Total Employment in 2024: 748,600Five-Year Compound Employment Growth: 3.14%Unemployment Rate in 2024: 3.8%GDP Per Capita (2022): $70,178Affordability Indicators:Median Home Price in 2024: $447,526Five-Year Compound Price Growth: 9.35%Median Rent in 2024: $1,797Five-Year Compound Rent Growth: 5.91%Rent-Price Ratio: 0.4%With steady wage and employment growth and an unemployment rate below the national average, the Raleigh-Durham area is a prime market for real estate investment.

You'll likely find many in this community willing to share their knowledge, especially with a mutual benefit like that.Start by reaching out to local real estate investment groups or networking events in DFW, as well as connecting with folks here on BiggerPockets who have experience in your target market.

So here is my scenario, please speak to if you have any experience in this and if it  could work.I recently negotiated an option on a multifamily for about 50% of its current value.

A mentor of mine with 400 units had said I can use a large seller credit to cover most of the down payment on a property I'm looking at.

Some of the main reasons I started this journey is so I can eventually take my family on trips to experience different cultures, help less fortunate people, and build generational wealth.