The ripple effect of AB 968 could be that fewer distressed properties hit the market at affordable prices, ultimately impacting those looking for a fixer-upper to build their equity.2.

Choose a market based on affordability, population growth, job opportunities, landlord-friendly states, and BRRRR potential.

Now to help with affordability, zoning allows for up to 5 unrelated adults in a unit, but again, as long as reasonable occupancy standards are met for the size of the unit. 

Evictions are one outgrowth of the U.S. housing shortage and lack of affordability.

@Michele RichardChicago neighborhoods and suburbs are ideal for rental properties and Building Reconstruction Redevelopment (BRRRRR) due to proximity to major development projects, affordable multi-family units, and strong rental demand.

Bottom line is you have to have a solid grip on what properties rent for in your market - not only direct comps to what you have but also what's above and below you, because tenants can and will move based on affordability both ways ("downsizing" to save money or "upsizing" because an extra $50/100 gets them a much nicer place).Once you intimately know what your market is, and what's available, you can compare what you are charging to those figures and adjust accordingly.

Without a PM you can afford to pay top dollar for service professionals as needed.  

They paid the deposit and prorated rent, but they couldn't afford a full month of rent a week later.

I’m stating to look around some of the smaller markets outside of Boston, starting to dive deeper into market research to see if some of the more affordable areas are sustainable for rentals.  

I will purchase this 4-plex through an FHA Loan with 3.5% Down Payment and live there for at least 1 year until I can afford my next multi-family!