There’s a big difference between an area that attracts stable tenants and one where you’ll be chasing rent every month.Personally, I’ve built a 12-door portfolio here, and it’s been a mix of cash flow and appreciation.

Areas like Logan Square, Lincoln Park, and Pilsen attract renters due to their trendy amenities and access to public transit.

Build a system that attracts the right audience.

From what I've seen, Jacksonville has attractive housing prices and rental rates.

There’s a strong demand from investors who specifically seek Section 8 properties for their reliability, so it can make the listing more attractive to the right audience.That said, managing Section 8 properties isn’t completely hands-off.

These updates made the property highly attractive to tenants.

They were fine with my score (about 740), but have issue with the percentage of personal credit I am utilizing, so that discussion also petered out.Apparently, I have a lending profile right now, that is not attractive to mainstream lending programs.Any advice?

Many investors have had to get creative by emphasizing other property perks, like pools, proximity to local attractions, or unique experiences, to offset any beach access challenges. 

They lady I was speaking to grew very defensive and told me that they had emailed to me confirmation for this web-site.

MTR attracts a lot of traveling medical professionals and WFH individuals who need a quiet space during the day, which may not be compatible with families living in the attached LTR.