@Michael Ewersi can only speak for what i've done as i suspect it varies by market. 

It's simply a numbers game. 

I understand it isn't easy, especially when new in the investing game.  

No (institutional) lender will finance 100% of your purchase price as a purchase, all lenders want "skin in the game".

Spending too much time on analyzing one deal will put you out of the game on too many other ones...

That means if you’re not working with me, you’re probably not even hearing about these opportunities.3️⃣ E-Commerce and Supply Chains Are Driving DemandWe all know e-commerce is reshaping the game, and Rochester’s location gives it an edge.

My biggest goal for this year is just to get into the game of real estate 

Whether it’s developing new housing complexes or refurbishing existing ones for higher-end rentals, the opportunities for capitalizing on this growth are vast.The decision by Anduril Industries to set up shop in Columbus is a game-changer, signaling a major shift in the city's economic landscape that savvy investors should not overlook.

There are several articles that do an exceptional job of explaining who, what, where, why and how tax payers qualify for the ‘STR Loophole’ listed here:The Short Term Rental Tax Loop Hole: A Game Changer for W-2 Wage EarnersThe Short Term Tax Rental Loop Hole: What Investors need to know The implications on the Oregon and California Coastal STR market is a strengthening buyer pool for luxury rentals in the $750-1.5M+ range.

My actual experience has been very varied.