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Looking to invest in my first property ,What states/markets have good cash flow
I’m looking for a market to invest In long term rental properties and my target is cash flow, what markets should I look into just to get me in the right direction?
Thank you.
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@Joseph Fenner first, understand you will need to decide and UNDERSTAND the different Property Classes!
Class A - you won't cashflow putting down 20% and financing the rest, for at least 3-5 years
Class B - you may cashflow putting down 20%, definitely within 1-2 years
Class C - don't buy it if it doesn't cashflow from day one!
Class D - don't go there unless you have lots of experience.
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