If you falsely tell the tenant you are moving in a family member, and then list the property for sale you could be subject to owing the tenant 3 times your rent amount, plus legal fees and damages.

I like the suggestions that said to buy a place for yourself whether that is a single family, a duplex or fourplex.

I'm seeking a single / multi family property to rent.

I’m looking to invest in multi family properties  

I'm cognizant of the areas where people whose families have lived in the area are getting priced out due to increasing housing costs.

Investment Info:Single-family residence fix & flip investment.

Then there’s the matter of a townhome/condo vs a single family.

@Larry M Shepherd You can use about 75% of income from the leases on multi family properties to help qualify towards your DTI ratio to qualify for new mortgages on multi family property.

I am hung up on taking that leap until I make some connections with people that have done something similar.Currently active duty in the military and trying to set myself and my family up in the next 5 years so when I get out I can be a full time real estate investor.

With this approach, you may maintain a small income while accumulating equity and offsetting housing expenditures.Investing in rental properties: In reasonably priced locations, you may purchase economical single-family homes or modest multi-unit buildings.