They are more likely to seek out properties with green certifications, solar panels, energy-efficient appliances, and smart home technology that reduces energy consumption and minimizes environmental impact.Preference for Flexible and Multifunctional Spaces: With the rise of remote work and flexible lifestyles, Millennials are redefining the concept of home space.

I have also found deals that require minimal work yet they are priced way below market or, with the minimal work that needs to be done, can be resold for much higher.Like I always say, you may not find a deal each and every time you are on the MLS, but with a "trained eye" one CAN find deals on the MLS

Many first time investors get excited about acquiring their first rental and focus more on minimizing their fees/rate on the initial loan then really focusing on the exit loan.

Is there anything else I can do as a Wholesaler to minimize the possibility of being sued?

I have no, well minimal, delusions that I'll be turning my "C" neighborhoods in to A+ ones in the near future, but that still remains my goal.  

I've thought about buying on the high end of what I could afford (in highly desirable areas) in the hopes the property values will climb.Should I forgo financing entirely and buy something "cheap" that I can pay in cash or take a minimal mortgage on?

I think the optimal strategy will be to find cities that have good returns, maybe not the highest, but that also have minimal regulatory risks.Nashville, Charleston & Asheville are great examples of cities that have some of the highest returns, but the regulatory risk is so high that it might not be your optimal city to invest. 

If your goal is to minimize fees and have the lowest rate, I would normally advise the client to start with their current bank if they have a clean file.

Point is that you can minimize effects of a downturn and/or over saturation by having a property even marginally better than those around you.

Many of our first time investors utilize seller financing because it requires minimal downpayment for each investment property.