This isn’t just about bookkeeping—it’s about setting yourself up for sustainable growth.Many investors use a basic system with at least five accounts: one for income, one for operating expenses, one for taxes, one for marketing, and one for reserves.

If you buy in such a city, you are almost guaranteed to have limited appreciation and rent growth.If a city has significant and sustained population growth, then the current housing supply will be insufficient and prices will rise until the demand (the number of people willing and able to buy) roughly equals supply.Rental rates are closely tied to property prices.

I would like them to cash flow at least $150 a month just so the property sustains itself.

My goal is to build a sustainable rental portfolio that provides great housing for tenants and solid financial returns.I’m looking for advice, insights, and connections from experienced investors or local professionals.

It's your job as a landlord to respond to these things in a professional manner. 

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Most who try to replace their W2 income invest in less sustainable investment methods: investing in lower tier neighborhoods that cash flow well in spreadsheets or flipping homes.

US treasury rates increased ~80 basis points since the beginning of October as polling results started coming in and the increase continued post-election in expectation of high government deficits and sustained inflation (due to tariffs and otherwise). 

If you're looking to get started in real estate investing, focus on building a sustainable "assembly line" that allows you to grow year after year.

I fared well luckily, did not sustain any damage personally.