Both Richmond and Atlanta are booming cities with multiple known colleges hubbed in the center.

And, with other strategies 50:1, 100:1, 10,000:1 is all realistic. 4th and final: Tax advantages left right and center in real estate.

I have a 3bd/3ba, 2451 sq ft condo with attached garage near downtown Richmond closer to Level 1 trauma center, great schools and universities.

Sure, generally I like the properties near the walkway over the hudson, near Marist or by Vassar Medical Center.

I have been investing since 2008 and have purchased everything from single families and duplexes, to 250+ unit multifamily, to assisted living, to shopping centers, to industrial and more.

However, consider calling the VA’s regional loan center or speaking with a VA-approved lender who can interpret the rules in a more specific scenario tailored for you.

Try to look for well-located properties near employment centers.

Columbus is known for its appreciation market, driven by major developments like the $20 billion Intel plant, Google's three data centers, and Amazon & Meta acquiring hundreds of acres of land.

Think about what renters in your target market value most, such as green spaces, community centers, or high-speed internet access.BTR is a rapidly growing sector, and careful planning of these factors can help ensure your project is successful.

Rooming houses dwindled in numbers, and zoning regulations took out the rest.Now apartments in popular suburbs are as expensive as in center cities, and for people of even moderate means their own apartment or house may not be realistic financially.