Other areas nearby that were touted as being major growth hubs like Murfreesboro appear to already be experiencing some price declines.

There's also the SD IRA LLC, Checkbook version that's being touted, but found some Self Directed info warning to be careful with these.I'm interested in:- Obtaining rental property for income, AND tax benefits- Do some re-habs during the year (3-4/yr.)I have IRA resources available, and would like to leverage those resources in pursuit of the above interests.

He touted  his automated program 'Note Flipper  as the best and fastest tool  to make money without rehabbing, wholesaling, needing to fund, finding buyers etc.

However, being in such close proximity to UT, it's possible it to rent it by the room (say $300/room), thus collecting more like $1,200/mo. 

Hi @Douglas T.,Out

In order to keep this simple, let's not make judgments on the current state of the stock market or where it might be headed in the next year or 2 or 5; let's simply assume the commonly touted 7-8% average long-term return will continue ... again just to keep it simple.Thanks all ...

They are touting equity partnership to me on my deals.  

While some do very well, I have seen posts where people have touted these large returns to try and entice HML to provide them funds for a deal, and after talking with them it was evident early in the conversation they were not a skilled investor.In regards to areas to invest - I can only speak to DC right now which I have paused buying properties in my market as there are too many investors overpaying right now and while I will buy if the price is right, I will if the price is right. 

@Daniel Cruz, you have disappointed many folks with your post as there are a ton of hawks out there touting that we will fail for years. 3+ years now and we keep proving everyone wrong.Thanks again mate

Preach it, @Joe Splitrock...it seems that politicians who frequently tout legislation to confiscate more wealth from businesses have had little to no practical experience running businesses, and don't always appreciate the impact on the free market.