If you choose a cheaper fix now, keep a close eye on things to ensure no new issues pop up.

Maybe a minister might want to keep an eye on things. 

I'm also looking for some future investment properties so I'm always keeping my eyes open.As I said, I am new to the area, so check out with a Realtor (one of the guys here on BP of course :-).....I see a lot of opportunities just West of Surprise.

.: @K S. here is Nike:Return on Assets   9.89%Return on Equity 36.38% To be fair if I could use Chinese slave labor, turn a blind eye to forced sterilization, and organ harvesting via the Uygur population, then turnaround to exploit, fund and exacerbate the racial divide in the US for marketing purposes and my bottomline, I could certainly juice my ROE.  

I am accepting slightly less cash flow, with my eye on the appreciation potential.

If you own the home under the eyes of the state, you are responsible for the property tax on the home.

There is also a nice duplex which wouldn't be ALL of my savings that I have my eye on but it would not cashflow as much.

I'm also trying to keep my eyes peeled for properties that require some rehab (kitchen/bath/flooring/etc).. not major projects.Details: -I have set aside $350k of expendable cash, and I'd like to leverage this.

)  - 60K in cash for downpayment +more for renovations- Strong local connections with contractors of all trades - Ability to get building materials at cost through family/business connections- Have a strong eye for style and design (Tends to lean on the high end of things as that is my business)  - 750+ Credit.

-*Higher for longer rates*Overpriced construction*Lower cash flow given reduction in Post Covid+Much higher competition and in my eyes structural reduce demand for Pigeon forge-esque experiences as GenZ/Millenials start taking over the Family travel spend (as many of you point out).