It’s crucial to be mindful of area-specific dynamics, as some neighborhoods have higher crime rates.

I would probably go with a HELOC as you won't have to pay for what you're not using unless you've got a specific property you're going to be buying with that money so you know you won't just take out the loan and sit on it paying interest all the while. 

As far as I can tell, I'm the only REI in this specific niche within the county.

Specifics on how to start are all appreciated!

it may be jurisdictional specific, but it would certainly limit the sources for providing credit reports.  

.: I haven't really noticed any change at all in my market except minor changes to the standard contracts (minor language changes in contract to buy and sell, listing agreement, and buyer's agency agreement). 

Hey everyone,I’ve been diving into Chapter 1 of The Multifamily Millionaire, Volume II: Create Generational Wealth by Investing in Large Multifamily Real Estate by Brandon Turner and Brian Murray, and I wanted to share insights on one of the most important concepts: Crystal Clear Criteria (CCC).When scaling up to larger multifamily investments, having clear and specific criteria is critical for success.

Also, be careful with your lease terms: we specify all tenants, including minors, and state "No Others" specifically.

What specific concerns or opportunities are you seeing in your market?

This will be area specific.