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However, it's still unclear how everything will pan out in the a few years, and how the effects of the current increase in activity will play out in neighborhoods like Little Haiti. 

The cash or terms modelType 1 - Ugly and Alot of EquityAll Cash onlyType 2 - Pretty and Alot of EquityAll Cash, Lease Purchase and sublet, sub2 and note, contract for deed, some cash now and some later in a note, lease option assignment, wrap - aitdType 2.5 Free and Clear - Installment SalePay 105% of FMV with little interest or no interest - acknowledge imputed interest issues from IRSType 3 - Pretty and Little Equity - Best Terms Play in a Sellers MarketSub2 and no Note, installment sale, Lease Option Assignment, wrap and re wrap.Type 4 - Ugly and No Equity - Short Sale, Deed In Lieu, BK, etc, no play.

Here has been my strategy for the Bronx, but I noticed that the single family stock seems high in Philly (narrow buildings):2 Units $400,000 and under3 Units $500,000 and underIs the multi-unit play a good strategy in Philly?

I'm currently playing with my own money (I can run probably about 3 houses at a time with my money). 

When dealing with listed properties you have to play by realtors rules.

Now I'm making some life changes and looking for a cash-flow play.

Now, loan investors are buying paper for the precise reason to play the upside. 

Play the Cashflow game and you will understand that the goal of financial independence is to acquire enough income producing assets that generate enough monthly income so you can afford to live the way you want without having to work. 

As long rent compares with mortagage plays property in the good neighbourhood I would go ahead with Purchase