That said, the market is still feeling the ripple effect of rising premiums across the board.

And I've got no qualm with someone saying they aren't doing BRRR anymore but the bolder "brrr is not effective today" is in my view not very accurate. 

Particularly for your first few properties, I'd highly recommend that you manage the property yourself (if possible), but that's usually only possible (or most effective) if you live near the property or visit it frequently.

Being proactive and staying focused on the long term picture can often be a more effective approach, even during uncertain times.For those of you who have weathered different market cycles, what strategies have you used to navigate periods of market uncertainty?

The market is flooded with rentals, and the ripple effect is driving higher end properties' rent rates down.

Afraid of secondary effects, both Fannie and Freddie remain in conservatorship today.What specifically did they do wrong?

I'm currently exploring the world of real estate investing and have become particularly interested in the role of private money lending within this space.What strategies have you found most effective in securing private loans for real estate deals?

I believe that the extra burden from tariffs will probably dampen the positive effects of lower corporate taxes as a shot term trend, potentially leading to slower project initiations.

They want the cash flow now but aren't worried about the side effects of the quick fix or lower tier asset.

Effectively no, otherwise everyone would do it and there would be no rent controlled buildings.If the property becomes vacant there are scenarios you can remove it from rent control.