Has anyone built a successful buy and hold strategy with condos? If so, what are some tips and tricks. I’m focusing on Fort DuPont Park, Herndon, Reston, and Alexandria with this question.

Investment Info:

Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.

Purchase price: $320,000

Cash invested: $37,750

3 family unit
2 x 3 bedroom 1 bath
1 x 1 bedroom 2 baths (strange right?)
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Hello everyone!
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