Being self employed, you're going to want to take the maximum tax deductions and unfortunately, that impacts your ability to borrow.Stephanie That was my thought too..However I think Diana is suggesting I should try and exhaust my potential conventional financing and then drill down to portfolio..You mentioned some nationwide portfolio lenders , anyone in particular you had positive experience with?

So I am guessing because the economy here in California is say much different than Florida, Texas, Midwest.

There are several good cash flow markets but when comparing and evaluating markets, you should also look at the economic and demographic trends, the economy and industrial base, local property taxes and insurance and whether the state is landlord or investor friendly.

I don't find much cost savings with modular projects until a real economy of scale is realized.I think it'd be worth your time to look into.

If you are not accustomed to dealing with the "cash economy" and this type of neighborhood, the way business is conducted would spook you.

Cranbrook is a great rental market, diverse economy, strong cash flows, lower housing prices, limited competition. 

This money is the cost of doing business in a capitalist economy.

@Christian BeckerIf you’re looking for appreciation, more important to look for the strong economies and growing cities.

I was reading Ray Dalio Principles  and they reference his video here: https://www.bridgewater.com/research-library/how-t...Its a 30 minute watch on how the economy works.  

Then again so are the economies of scale you'll see with the large buildings.