@Scott Trench  @Jay Hinrichs @Gregory Schwartz - Sounds like you need to be open to growth and feedback. 

It is likely that in most markets away from the west coast, they will see growth in population and increase in values.

3- Job Market Growth is still strong in ATX 4- Population growth continues although not at the same pace as the pandemic. 5- Supply side problem - Builders overbuilding creating downward pressure on housing prices. 

Hey Forrest,Great to meet a fellow investor who's as excited about Austin's growth as I am!

The location is prime—adjacent to a college that has experienced 37% population growth over the past five years.

Despite current unemployment rates maintaining below 5%, the recent rise from 3.8% to 4.2%(recently revised to 4.1%) is significant, especially when considering wage growth adjusted for inflation.Over the last few years, the median household income has dropped by 7.2% when adjusted for inflation (and this isn't even considering volatile food and energy prices), a troubling trend given that inflation has outstripped income growth.

.- Jasper / Pat AboukhaledTurning investment visions into reality in Phoenix, AZ - Ranked #1 for residential real estate growth and opportunity by PwC

Negative $455/Month and at that price/rent point, poor historical rent growth and appreciation.What is the expected source of return?  

But when we compare this year's figures to 2019 (the last normal tourism year pre-COVID), we see continued growth. 

Balancing growth and caution is crucial for those leaving their W-2 job.Good luck!