Many Gen Z buyers, however, are still in the process of securing their down payment funds or comparing loan options when they start making offers, putting them at a significant disadvantage.Looking AheadDespite these challenges, Gen Z homeownership demand remains strong.

Quote from @Khyree Randall: I'm about to start working again soon and I'm ready to start investing in getting my first deal.

Since then, I've chosen the Couer d'Alene/Post Falls area and have already started working with an agent.

Hi @Gil Canfu definitely there are many places in DFW where you can invest in a good rental property.I am not sure where you are at, but if self managed you should start in cities with good proximity to where you live.All the corridor between Princeton to Saginaw has good deals but there are many others things to consider as I mentioned previously.

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You are off to a great start with your first one that cash flows. 

Those holding higher-rate loans should start preparing for refinance opportunities in the second half of the year.Scenario 4: High Inflation and Rising Jobless ClaimsIf inflation remains high while job losses increase, it signals uncertainty in the economy.

Start small, evaluate results, and adjust gradually.

I am ready and will be starting with property number one sometime, hopefully, quarter one of 2025 with a possibly 2 bedroom and 1 bathroom single family home; as this is within my current budget.

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