@Martti Eckert here's the big issue that no one really talks about that you hopefully find helpful (this is copy & pasted):-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

It's a townhouse in Ohio, and as per the estimated financials, I could be looking at $400 per month in cashflow.Problem is...

So, it is something to be wary of with the liklihood of choppy financial waters ahead. 4.

If you're already in a secure financial position, leveraging your equity could be a smart strategy.

From AI Financial difficulties: Despite the $35 million investment from REV, Tuesday Morning continued to struggle financially.

I don’t have the financial IQ yet as Kiyosaki would say. 

Consider starting with a few lower-cost flips with a smaller loan-to-value ratio to reduce financial strain.Market Research: Sacramento can be volatile, so I’d recommend keeping a pulse on local trends—particularly in the neighborhoods that have potential for growth but haven’t quite hit their peak yet.

Sad, as I am sure I would like the views and the area, but it makes perfect sense practically, financially, and legally.Just curious but what color is the sky in your world John? 

Look at me taking charge of my financial future!

Community engagement: Homeowners have a greater financial stake in their neighborhoods and are more likely to invest in their local communities.