That said, not all markets are the same—some are seeing rents slow, which could impact prices more.

Look for undervalued properties.Network: Connect with local real estate agents, contractors, and other investors for insights and deals.Analyze Properties: Use the 1% rule to evaluate potential properties (monthly rent should be at least 1% of the total investment).Secure Financing: Explore different financing options like conventional loans, hard money loans, or private lenders.As for timing, if you can handle the extra responsibility, starting now could give you a head start.

Wow, a plethora of really great responses. 

* What do you do to ensure that the tenant is responsible for security deposit disputes since that is the largest reason for owner lawsuits* How familiar are you with the newly changed laws that can affect you the owner if they are not used correctly?

I just wrote an offer for full asking price at 30 day close, with a contingency to extent at BUYERS choice for 30 more days if I don't get an favorable response on the electricity install costs.

I have found that most have had a positive response to having section 8 tenants.

It is incredible to not have to take the phone call and have tenants receive a response.

They have not received a response back from you.

My response is not political in nature...I'm very interested in what DOGE can accomplish. 

Obviously, two factors are responsible for what will likely be more than doubling our money in 3 years.  1.