Unfortunately, with the number of pivots that are publicized and at inexperienced investor’s disposal, there’s never been more avenues for inexperienced investors to hold on too long.I hope inexperienced investors are mindful of this because I am constantly interacting with investors who are falling for these traps and doing immense harm to themselves, even if they may not be fully aware at the time of their decisions.It's crucial for investors, especially those just starting out, to recognize that not every investment will pan out as hoped (unlike what the gurus will tell you).

It sounds like you're starting with a chicken or an egg already.I'm talking about pulling comps for every property for sale in any specific area, and then just looking at the ones that have the best opportunity.  

These start failing after 50+ years, causing lots of backups and problems.

Will start to investigate those areas more I’m also interested in looking into areas like Sharjah and Ajman.

With the new landlord/tenant ordinance that allows the tenant and extended amount of time to renew, this has encouraged prospective tenants to lock in leases for Fall 2022 term starting as early as last November.

Starting to get competitive though for investment properties because of that reason you have more and more people entering the market from out of state.

Appreciation is very much possible, but my question to that is when do the markets reach their peak and prices start to soften up a bit. 

Honestly, it seems like you’ve got more skin in the game than I do since I’m just getting started as a bird dog, but I really admire your approach.I think your focus on tax-efficient strategies and building a reliable team is spot on.

I started by patching about a dozen (not small) holes in the wall, re-doing all the drywall in the bathroom, installing new shower plumbing, putting in recessed lighting, installing seamless LVP throughout, texturing/priming/painting all walls, installing new 5 inch pine baseboard all around, and installing custom bathroom vanity/pantry cabinets, and hanging new custom shaker doors in the kitchen.

Here's a good starting point: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/what-to-ask-a-real-estate...