As for the rents, I am increasing two of the units ($50 a month for one unit, and $100 a month for the other) to make all three units the same so the $50 lower rent is not a game changer but it does add to the dishonesty of the seller. 

I understand in markets were homes don't go up much.. or your only talking 50 100k in absolute cash out equity.. but when you get into the 250 to 500k  those are life changers.. 

@Scott Vogeli I would highly recommend attending some multifamily events too as these will be a game changer for you and will open your eye up to more possibilities.

Bigger Pockets is the ultimate game changer when it comes to successful real estate investing.

Bigger Pockets is the ultimate game changer when it comes to successful real estate investing.

We both assume we will make money doing something here and there regardless...but having a baseline income from real estate would be a game changer!

Mine has been a huge game changer.  

For me, the cash flow alone is a game changer, but I also used the BRRRR method on the 4-plex and pulled my money back out.

This has been a game changer for me.

Also, if you were just investing in RE for tax shelters, your strategy needs to change. RE