@Teddy MaoThere are many REI opportunities in different markets - markets in the Midwest and Southeast of the country are really great - where not only are the purchase prices reasonable for most RE investors, but the homes are turnkey (new builds or completely rehabbed homes, tenant ready, systems 10 years of life remaining on them, property management teams in place) with appreciating home value AND appreciating rent.

That’s terrible and this is why they are slowly making it illegal around the country.

It's a trip for sure :-)There are many REI opportunities in different markets - markets in the Midwest and Southeast of the country are great - where not only are the purchase prices reasonable for most RE investors, but the homes are turnkey (new builds or completely rehabbed homes, tenant ready, systems 10 years of life remaining on them, property management teams in place) with appreciating home value AND appreciating rent.

The skills and strategies remain similar, but you’ll need to familiarize yourself with local markets, regulations, and financing options, which can vary a lot depending on the country.

It will enable you to continue living for free while your residents pay off your mortgage for you.There are several turnkey companies in the middle/southern part of the country where you can buy high quality single families for under 275k in landlord friendly states.

I'm not sure how pricing appreciation will go over the summer, but even winter has kept the steady upward trend so it seems likely to stay on the same path.  

However, if you'd like to develop a portfolio that is 100% "your own" that would be another path.

That's why I've decided to take the leap into real estate investing - to create a path to financial freedom, to build wealth, and to live life on our own terms. 

DC is also one of the most "renter friendly" places in the country, so really make sure you do your homework and consult an attorney when writing up your lease to make sure that your property and your lease is in compliance with rental law. 

All across the country.