This forum so far has helped me very much in learning.Thanks in advance  As others mentioned, its similar process of getting a bank loan, you usually can close faster though and certain factors may have more weight (for example personal net worth and potential value compared to credit are a better factor).

@Reese BrownLooking at one metric is like judging fitness by weight alone.

Both 1/1s and 2/1s are popular with travel medical professionals and digital nomads.

I also would like to remind you all of a strategy that is growing in popularity in today's market...

They join a popular "guru's" "community" that frankly teaches some very dangerous concepts, so let's be thankful they are mostly unsuccessful. 

Make sure the location is popular and easy to get to.

Park Place is similar but a little less popular, but still a good area.

Here are key sustainable trends in real estate:Green Buildings: Properties designed with energy efficiency, water conservation, and environmentally friendly materials in mind are becoming increasingly popular.

This all depends on the area and what the popular amenities are, and of course your ROI.

Private equity real estate funds are becoming more and more popular in the last few years, but they're not exactly new.