Having a solid team around you like agent, lender, contractors etc.

I believe solid insurance and a good umbrella policy will suffice.

.- Build a Strong Buyers List EarlyA solid buyers list is your safety net.

If you can get your numbers without allowing pets, then it's a solid NO.

Economic Timing.According to data compiled by Marcus & Millichap[2], the Portland area has experienced three very important trends since 2010:The average price per unit for apartments has nearly doubledThe rate of employment growth rose from 2010 to 2015 but has since declined steadily, projected to be up 1% for 2020 (estimated before COVID-19)Roughly 30,000 apartments have been built since 2010, with another 5,600 units slated for construction in 2020Most RHA members have enjoyed a solid decade of price growth, rent growth and steady occupancy.

Cleveland is a solid option.

PS My realtor did me a solid and listed the place on that network for free and isn't taking a commission, but as a trade off I'm kinda on my own as far as finding someone when leads come in.

IMO killeen is a solid investment. just have to watch which areas you are getting into. there are some pretty rough areas near fort hood but killeen is great because it is close enough to austin and people commute from there to austin as well. with fort cavazos near by and the new samsung plant coming online in taylor, it is a solid choice with steady demand for MF.

If a solid rental opportunity arises, buy it. 

Look for areas with solid rental demand, typically in Blue Collar America, where BTR projects are particularly appealing.