I just realized tonight that if I can get a place on seller financing or subto, I don't HAVE to move my family into a multi-family for one year before we can move on and move up!

If you look, there are better optionsIm happy to share more of my personal investing experiences here in Memphis!

I'm leaning towards Philadelphia because I personally find the area more interesting, and it seems like a more international city. 

@Timothy Eaton I have created an initial application that has basic information on it like name of all tenants applying, address, make and model of any vehicles, previous landlords, personal references, and I ask what types of debt they currently have and any pets.

You can edit and personalize the books as much as you like, then print the book at Staples or another similar store.

Could you hold a 2, 3 or 4-plex in an LLC, live in one and still sell the entire building as a personal property sale after 24 months (no cap gains tax)?

Hello, BiggerPockets! I just wanted to formally introduce myself. My name is Stephen Seals. While I have lurked around BiggerPockets for several years, I plan to get involved in the community here and hopefully giv...

Did you do the video course or personal mentoring?  

Quote from @James Cavanagh: looking to connect with the community contractors across United States that deal with fixing flips and realtors to areas, Texas and OhioHi James, I personally love Columbus Ohio and as someone who works with a lot of out of state investors - there's so many catalysts for why you should invest here.

I would personally use the money for exterior repairs and see what they say/do.