Start with great theming, keeping in mind the current trends taking place at the parks.

Consider population trends, job growth, and economic stability in these areas.2.

Skipping Toy Shop SchoolTo open a shop, you need to learn the rules, take a class, pass a test, and even keep learning as new toy trends pop up.

I think investors see it the same way and invest that way too leading to bumps in prices if they start to see a trend.   

The trend is your friend.

We are also going to see rates start to trend down once the 10 Year treasury start to adjust down.If you have any questions at all or need to pick a Baker's brain feel free to reach out!

This is a growing trend that many investors are finding works well. 

.• Use some equity from the sale to make this transition smoother.I’m torn between maintaining our current home as an asset and buying  a new smaller house to use as a rental after we move back in versus simplifying and focusing on a single upgraded property Considering factors like market trends, potential equity growth, and quality of life, which path do you think would be most beneficial?

Hey Camille,It’s great that you’re exploring multiple markets and thinking critically about population trends and affordability—it sounds like you’re off to a thoughtful start.Regarding Detroit, I’ve invested heavily there and have seen firsthand how much potential the market has.

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.