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First investment property: single-family easier for beginners (simpler management, financing, exit). Multifamily (duplex/triplex) better cash flow, house hacking potential. Single-family 5% down owner-occupied, duplex 5%, triplex/quad 10%. Start with duplex for best balance: manageable complexity, dual income, lower vacancy risk. Build experience before scaling.