Today is very different as it is all about the management (and not appreciation) compared to past where management could suck but you still had superior apprecation.This will not crash housing of course but all those "creative" deals where people are paying more than market value are going to realize they have no exit. 

The government continues to believe—consistent with the conclusions of the U.S.

If you consistently analyze properties, recognizing a good deal will be much easier when it shows up.

These properties tend to hold value better and offer stronger appreciation compared to duplexes or small multifamily units.

I mean can you consistently provide an industry standard finished product similat to what the licensed trades would provice)

Basically when you compare Cleveland to Riverside, California most every Cleveland deal will look amazing to you on paper.

But I do think that the overall quality is very low compared to the rest of the US.

Rents/Divs go up with inflation, and capital appreciation occurs at an unpredictable rate.Yes, you’re giving up returns compared to direct RE ownership, but you’re gaining piece of mind.You could try note investing too.

If not I will consistently update here to create the biggest outreach I can considering my age!!! 

The softwares that Houston Housing Athority and Harris County Athority are enough to get a good idea on what you'll be making and how your house compare with the others.