Overall, that doesn't drive up the price of homes like tech markets tend to.We tend to lean towards a healthy balance of linear markets that are starting to have "something" that people are moving there for.

.- Strategic Location: Close to major commuter routes (I-495, US-29) and public transit (Metro).High Demand: Inventory in Silver Spring remains tight, driving competitive offers for move-in-ready properties.Diverse Market: A mix of young professionals and families ensures a broad buyer pool.

Typically they already have a blueprint that they can readily see from their parents examples, but the motivation and drive is not there.

To qualify, taxpayers must meet specific criteria demonstrating that they are real estate professionals who materially participate in their rental activities.How to Navigate the Rules:Step 1: Identify your real property trades or businessesHere is a list of activities that are considered to be a real property trade or business:RedevelopmentLeasingConversionConstructionReal property developmentReconstructionOperationRentalBrokerageManagementAcquisitionIf you participate in multiple of these activities, you may be able to combine them making it easier to meet the material participation hour requirements.Step 2: Demonstrate material participation in real property trades or businessesThere are seven tests to determine if you demonstrate material participation.

More competition > more offers > more bidding wars driving higher prices. 

Franklinton is undergoing rapid transformation, with developments like The Gravity Projects, new breweries, and an expanding arts district driving change.Safety and Future Outlook:Increased Investments: New developments bring better lighting, public spaces, and infrastructure, naturally improving safety.Community Growth: More residents and businesses create activity, discouraging crime and boosting the neighborhood's vibrancy.Police and Outreach: Enhanced patrols and local organizations address crime and substance issues.While challenges remain, ongoing investments and gentrification make Franklinton safer and more attractive.

You will get A LOT of appointments by sending A LOT of hard target mailers (like the ones that say 5th notice and such, drive return calls), but it's a lot for a little.

Even if the numbers look good, you will get tons of competition that eventually will drive the price off your excel sheets.

Drive around in the parts of town that you want to invest in and see if there are any bandit signs.

A standalone ADU is almost always going to cost more than doing an addition, so the value added or cash flow increases will have to justify each.I work with a team of investors who will buy SFR homes then build a new ADU on the lot and add a separate drive way and meters for utilities in North Texas.