This is my market and I live and work in 78610.

Myers Market Update Feb 2024 (biggerpockets.com)

I have some properties in Abilene and have really enjoyed the market there.

If you just take the 13,835 financed at 6% you are adding 83 dollars a month. so a double whammy.Now, lets consider if rates drop to 5.5% in 24 months (not a prediction just a what if) and you could have refinanced at a much lower costs then the above scenario in what you paid in pre-paid and additional interest. on the other hand, if rates for your same scenario after your 5 year payback period is 9, then you will have an asset with a much lower then current market rent.  

I've been studying different real estate strategies and would love to understand more about how the permitting process is evolving in that area.Did the realtor mention any specific changes in local ordinances, or was it more of a general observation based on market trends?

.: Does anyone have any information about the short term rental market in Kyle Texas?

Unless you have $5 - 10k MONTHLY to spend on marketing this is what you need to do to have any chance for success with wholesaling.  

If the only MFH options you're finding are in areas you're not comfortable with, it might be worth focusing on a duplex in a better neighborhood.Saving up for a larger property later is a valid approach too, but keep in mind that real estate tends to appreciate over time, and waiting might make it harder to enter the market later.

I think our modeling has adapted to market changes over the years, so we've stuck with Excel as we can easily change the parameters to keep it "fresh".

Since the 10DLC regulations went into place in October 2023, texting is my number 1 marketing channel.