I know pools are a must have amenity to compete in many markets and I have to admit that I'm a bit hesitant to enter those markets due to the potential liability risk.

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

There are no laws restricting mark-to-market rents. 

It seems most off market deals I've found have been from larger acquisition groups.  

Are you investing in your local market?

I think it's the best market in the whole country in my opinion.

This is one of the main inherent risks with pre-construction, and the pre-construction market has cooled, and with impeding tariffs, there is some uncertainty around where prices will be in the coming months.One thing to clarify, are you looking to buy an investment property or a primary residence (or perhaps abit of both where you live in one unit and rent out the other)?

I can say that with Phoenix, a multitude of opportunities can be in store for you if you invest in their market, network, or even just want to get familiar with it.What type of real estate are you into: fix & flips, buy & hold, multi-family, or something else?

So the risk is lower, as long as the market doesn't drop 20% and stay that low for the next 3 years. 

The broker/owner, team lead, or seasoned agent could help another agent that is new in the business just like I did when I got into the business, I got a mentor to help me through gaining market share and how to do it.