So take a look at Craigslist to evaluate rents and then look at homes or multi-family to see if it will cash flow (in the future) and then look at buying in that area.I like Vancouver because to me has a more rural feel, population is less dense, and some would argue has "less culture", but I don't care about "culture".Investing in real estate is still investing.

I was a union carpenter and enjoy the remodeling process, so I do like fixing places up, but this one is appealing because it seems like I can get it with the almost guaruntee of excellent cash flow in like, 5 years, with zero work and then I have time to do a more involved reno with my other cash (plus my zero interest business card that's still got about a year on it).I'm trying to look at it from a 10 years from now perspective though.

What you can do to support your friend is allow her to formally refer you to a more seasoned realtor. 

The question is: is there a more practical way to set this up than leasing a property from my father?

Plz be more specific for a more accurate answer.  

I am looking to find affordable financing 12% interest comes 8500 a month The project would take 4 months to complete 34,00025,000 in points (3) ———-59,000 in financing before I can even begin To find a refinance deal This dosnt even factor in my heloc I need to find a more affordable solutionWhat are you guys use to paying Is there a company out there Who offers competitive loans

It's not quite passive and not quite active, and I project a more profitable outcome than buying a turnkey or entrusting the entire operation to a low-paid property manager.If you're interested in coming along on this journey, please message me!

However with 2 kids under 2 and as-of-yet reluctant family, I've been reflecting on my skill set on how I can add value to a more experienced investor without  consuming all of my free time not being home.I can do just about any DIY project but so can any joe-blow looking to be a handy man. 

I guess this would be similar to turnkey investing (e.g. roofstock) but at a more localized level with more of a partnership on the back-end (refi/sale).Interested to hear if any others have gone down this path as I'm sure it has various pros/cons.  

I think it's calming to a more normal 3-5% annual price increase.