The timeline for reconstruction is decades, many will choose not to rebuild or re-take the risk.

What is your Risk tolerance level?

My recommendation would be to choose potential markets - in several price points - that have strong rental demand and year-over-year rent increases and that also are in markets that are appreciating. 

@Jacob Hrip For a first-time investor, financing options like a HELOC or private funding depend on your strategy and risk tolerance.

There are more listings to choose from now than any other time in nearly a decade.

The key is understanding your risk tolerance, time commitment, and financial goals to find the right balance.

Nicholas, When vetting a syndication, every investor will do it differently because every investor has a different risk tolerance, comes from a different financial situation and has different financial goals.

We choose not to. 

Choose the Right Property:When choosing a house to flip, search for properties in desirable neighborhoods that need structural or cosmetic improvements.

If you choose this method you will need to learn SEC money-raising rules.