If you are new to real estate investing and trying to learn how to invest in rental properties, here’s a strong case for multi-family. It is one of THE best real estate investments you can make in today’s market. Historically, multi-family has low vacancy rates and unlike other commercial sectors such as retail or office, multi-family has shorter term leases that helps the owner capitalize on changing market conditions quickly. And NOW is a great time to invest in multi-family. As the current economy continues to take its toll, the impact on long-term multi-family investment properties is positive. Demand for multi-family housing is expected to double in the next few years as home ownership rates decline due to tighter lending standards and poor credit scores.  Also, the next generation of renters, the Echo Boomers, will increase the renter pool by nearly 5 million people over the next 10 years. More renters in the market will help keep rents trending steadily upwards as property values begin their next climb.