We can compare notes down the line.As you are now living in Europe and Asia, you might be interested in the crowdfunding model used in the UK.

That's exactly why I started with SFRNow I'm buying multi because my confidence (track record) has grown, I've spent a few years in commercial underwriting, and my network of resources is much higher.The single family model was never the better method, but it fit my situation and I think that's the case with a lot of people.

Based on closing dozens of these deals and running various financial models, you'll be better off buying a 3/2 house.Why?

My business model is similar, but I never took a serious look at the numbers for improving properties and increasing the rents near the major colleges.

I would hate to install a stacked washer and dryer (or any appliance) only to find out I picked out an unreliable, costly, model.

Since the BRRRR model would have you doing a refi shortly after, taking a higher rate in the beginning doesn't really matter - if you can keep more cash in your pocket, all the better.

Instead, develop a business model that you will follow.

I see a need for a modeling software for this type of investment.

But, what if you had the right business model, your ducks are lined up in a nice neat row and you made only $4 million, or $3 million, or $2 million.

Those money investors are analyzing deals (often all over the country) and modeling out the risk/reward of the venture.