.: Quote from @John Underwood: Checkout Huntsville, AL.It is usually listed in top5 for growth. 

In some states, particularly those with warmer climates and robust population growth, seasonality plays a less significant role.

Assuming your investment projections is 5+ years, it's usually worth it to sacrifice a bit of cash flow to prioritize growth in my personal opinion.

If your goal is stability and less volatility, an LTR could be more predictable, but it wouldn’t give you the cash flow cushion you’re looking for.Pros:More predictable income with less management effort than STR.Lower vacancy rates compared to STR.Less risk of fluctuating occupancy rates.Cons:Potential negative cash flow if maintenance and repairs exceed margins.Limited growth potential for income.3.

The area has lots of growth and is expected to appreciate substantially over the next ~ 5 years, at which point I plan to sell to capitalize on that appreciation.

With your strong background in structuring deals, capital allocation, and strategic networking, it’s clear MREP is set for great growth.

You’re setting yourself up for long-term financial growth, and teaming up with your friends is a smart way to ease into it while covering your mortgage.A few tips to keep in mind:Location is key.

Dallas-Fort Worth is a smart choice, man the growth there is off the charts, and there’s plenty of room for first-timers with the drive to go all-in.I remember helping a buddy of mine who was in a similar boat to you, he was switching from a totally different career and diving into real estate.

I think the long term fundamentals here are solid with job growth and population growth, it’s just a matter of the new supply getting absorbed which will take 2-3 years. 

If you ever want to bounce ideas off someone who's been around the block a few times, feel free to give me a shout.Pat and JasperTurning investment visions into REALITY in Phoenix, AZ - Ranked #1 for residential real estate growth and opportunity by PwC