Simon, Here in FL its much easier for us because we know a few things:1) The U.S. is severely under supplied in housing units. 2) Tons of people are moving to Florida everyday which makes point #1 even more drastic for us. 3) Interest rates are preventing people from selling their homes, because then they would need to re-trade for a higher interest rate buying a new home, which is creating even more housing demand.So with this knowledge, now we move to more market specific data, which is what I talk about in the original post.If a market shows decent growth and demand, then it all boils down to the numbers.Its important not to forget about any costs though.

I have sold some properties about 10 years ago that were in lower-income areas and traded into above-median areas.

This was an old Portland style home so I used finishes that were reminiscent of that time What was the outcome?

then ( at least in Oregon) contractor would sue lot owner for unjust enrichment.. and lot owner ends up paying double for many of the trades..

I don't have experience with purchasing outcomes in MFs, is it as competitive as with SFH (outbidding and similar)?

What was the outcome?

Bought at below retail, financing via FHA to lower downpayment and increase ROI What was the outcome?

Cleared, cleaned up What was the outcome?

Cleared and cleaned up What was the outcome?

What was the outcome?