I am never looking for a sure thing as I don't really think they exist but I don't want to get into something that I am not sure how it will look in 3 or 5 years.The only way I would look at this deal is if it is perfect for getaways and relaxing for me and the family and anything I made would help pay for those experiences.

In the rentals where I wanted to provide a more relaxing, unplugged experience, guests were still all "Where're the TVs?!?".

What are some of the best techniques to shut down those who protest against landlords who want to charge high rates in a neighborhood facing gentrification?

Just relax for a while and see where the country goes next year. 

I have about 10 doors (started with 2 a couple months ago), I have been trying the farm technique with Realestate brokers in my areas but I want another route.

I would study the different real estate investing techniques that you could comfortably afford to get into and find the one that interests you the most and go for it.

Usually FSBO listings (but there are other techniques).  

You also get holidays and weekends while all of your other friends and family enjoy their time relaxing. 

So the buyer's technique got them a $100,000 price reduction.

An expense is relax deductible.