As for your duplex, I think BRRRR is a dominant strategy to leverage your investments.

First job-cross off anything that is not in the plan.Design and PlanningPermits and InspectionsDemolition and DisposalFraming and General CarpentryElectrical WorkPlumbingHVACInsulationDrywall and FinishingPaintingFlooringCeiling InstallationInterior DoorsTrim and Finish CarpentryLighting FixturesBathroom FixturesKitchenette/Cabinetry (if applicable)Countertops (if applicable)Appliances (if applicable)Hardware and FixturesBuilt-Ins and Custom DetailsCleanup and Final TouchesContingency (for unexpected costs) --

I personally don't like this strategy as I am getting more calls from sellers who have been done wrong.

Great choice focusing on mortgage note investing (best way to get into real estate in my opinion).Would love to hear your thoughts on the strategy you'll pursue to get into the secondary mortgage market.What type of loans (1st, 2nd, performing/non-performing, state-specific, etc)? 

Wanted to try a new strategy in a different part of town How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

I worked hard and sacrificed a lot as a 26-year-old RN to finally own a property and was excited to implement the strategies that I have learned through the biggerpockets community.

Talk to all of the tenants and find out how quickly they want to move based on the new rents and customize the terms you offer to match when they could move.

This is a long game, not a short-term gain strategy.

You can build out customized pre application questionnaires.  

My strategy since 2009 has been to go into markets early (even first) and ride the wave up.