It’s a familiar debate, as Californians have faced this choice twice since 2018.Under the 2019 Tenant Protection Act, rent hikes have been capped at 10% per year or lower if inflation rates dictate.

You are financing at less then likely future inflation rate.

Some are knowledgeable, but many have inflated egos and cite how many doors they "own." 

Despite current unemployment rates maintaining below 5%, the recent rise from 3.8% to 4.2%(recently revised to 4.1%) is significant, especially when considering wage growth adjusted for inflation.Over the last few years, the median household income has dropped by 7.2% when adjusted for inflation (and this isn't even considering volatile food and energy prices), a troubling trend given that inflation has outstripped income growth.

You can then create a follow-up plan for your contacts to remain top of mind.All the best!

It's used to determine the cost of producing a product or service, and is a key tool for businesses to remain competitive and profitable.

I benefitted from rent inflation, but I also did some things that would help improve net cash flow (appealing property taxes, for example).Happy to send you some resources with more details on how I accomplished it.

Home prices are a little inflated but nowhere near as bad as florida or texas. 

Occupancy, ADR, and RevPAR have all been down slightly from 2023, which we expected based on inflation (less people traveling) and saturation (more available units for rent). 

Soft MF's.While you’re projecting this tough, macho image, consider the advice and attitude you're giving to a young, aspiring college-student investor who genuinely needs guidance rather than someone inflating their own ego at their expense.I wish I had started when I was that young.