Here are some considerations for investing in a duplex in the Dallas area and potential alternatives:Investing in a Duplex:If you rent out one property, you can possibly create positive cash flow by partially offsetting your living expenditures.If you're an investor with limited funds, duplexes could be a more accessible alternative because they may have lower entry expenses than bigger multifamily properties.Perform in-depth market research in the Dallas region to pinpoint communities that have high demand for rentals and good prospect for real estate growth.Take a look at owner-occupant-friendly financing choices including FHA loans, which frequently have less down payments.Make sure you have a well-defined escape plan.

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I have never seen a radon test that high and suspect it was faulty.2.

Is this a high enough CoC return?

@Kevin SiWe avoid window A/C units since this type of apartment unit only allows you to push the rents so high.

out of state, sight unseen, first property = high risk

It's what I plan to start with and it's highly recommended for newbies like us. 

I live in the San Francisco Bay Area, have a solid W2 job and a high credit score, and want to invest in SFH or a duplex in San Antonio or Raleigh (ok with neighboring cities). 

This calculation can take that expected growth and growth in cash flows combined into one metric to look at the investment.Personally, I don't really look at IRR because it is a highly manipulated metric.

However: Given we are accountants, we cannot promote our services on BP as its against the rules.To help in your search:be sure to find an accountant who is willing to grow with you, and is not too high priced fee-wise.