I think the key is you have to just always try to look at it with fresh eyes and consider that others are in different points of their trajectory. 

I have recently been keeping my eye on the Madison County area so it is good to hear there are some opportunities there.We are interested in finding properties with potential for ADU so I will definitely reach out to Nita Cook, thanks for the recommendation.

We have been keeping our eyes and ears out there for the past year. 

I'll keep an eye out for that.

Aside from downpayment, you want to have a solid emergency fund in place, something that can cover unexpected repairs, vacancies, or any other random costs that pop up.I’d also recommend saving more than you think you'll need and keeping a close eye on your expenses.

Also, keeping an eye on zoning changes or upcoming developments can help you get ahead of the curve.Would love to hear more about your experiences too—what areas are you currently focusing on?

The affordablity metric of Canadian RE works as follow: the closer your are to centres like Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, the more expensive the property will be and t gets pricier, in the eye of those epicentres. 

Your eyes never stop looking.

As you grow your portfolio, keep an eye out for lenders who offer low down payment options for investors or those that allow leveraging the equity from your existing properties to fund new ones. 

It’s all about what will draw guests in and make them choose your listing over others.2️⃣ Standout Amenities: Rentals that offer something extra, like a hot tub, game room, or eye-catching design, often attract more bookings and higher rates.