Regarding the prices going higher as these smaller Handymen become larger contractors, that’s just ignorance speaking.

@Ian HallAs a new investor I certainly don’t want to bite off more than I can chew with a 4plex but am curious to hear what you have to say about starting off with a larger scale.

Hello, work load has increased, we've just purchased several houses and I'm looking for reliable contractors that can take on larger projects.

On your house I think I would consider making the front porch/stoop wider with a post at each end of the roof overhang, (or maybe an an even larger front deck if it is the kind of neighborhood where you might want to sit out front).

NeilThere are loans available for you to refinance that do not look at your income and liquidity. 

@Jesus Roman How did you find your wholesalers, I'm having no success with the larger companies that send out email blast with deals that have little to no meat on the bone.

It's the micro-markets that are more important than the larger market.

Joining their mentorship program allowed us to learn the ropes of syndication and get involved as general partners on several larger multifamily apartments. 

The experience you have leasing up and managing your current properties is the same thing you will be doing in larger multifamily, so I do not think you should be concerned about having enough experience.

The toilet needs a larger trap and better flow angle.