He is interested in REI, has good basic knowledge on REI and has more than enough saved up for down but hesitate because of current market, interest rate, rental demand, capex, first investment jitters, draw of stock market, etc, etc. 

* Increased institutional competition in value-add and workforce housing sectors*  Possible shifts in Bridge’s investment strategy under Apollo’s leadership*  A strong signal that big money still sees CRE as a solid long-term playFor those navigating today’s market, aligning with capital trends and understanding where institutional investors are placing their bets is crucial.

You need to develop a subject matter expertise and treat this like the hands on business that it is. 

Attend open houses to understand market trends.

Best if the people you work with are in your area and know your market. 

So, I’m curious how you are managing to find your deals, whether you are buying at auctions or via marketing direct to sellers.

However, past performance of appreciation is not necessarily indicative of future gains due to variables within each market.

I have two long term rental units now (6 years) and just exited a short term rental last year due to a good off market offer.  

One unit is remodeled and empty and the other is not and has tenants paying way under fair market value ($700). 

When considering pivot strategies like converting a flip to a rental or utilizing short-term rental (STR) platforms, it's essential to conduct a thorough market analysis before making such changes.