Make sure your back is wide enough to cover your own, and the floor is not that far from your comfort levels.

As I dive into all the different paths I can take (single family vs multi-family, short term vs long term, cash flow vs appreciation, local vs out of state, etc..) my mind is scrambling and I've ended up doing nothing at all.I'm looking to join a mastermind that meets consistently and can really motivate one another to take our businesses to the next level. 

The key is to simply lay out your options and determine which one offers the highest return while staying within your acceptable level of risk:Rent and save for a 20% down payment on an investment propertyBuy a primary residence without house hackingBuy a house hackOther: Is there a better use of your money?

Fixer-uppers offer higher returns, lower prices, and more customization but can be time-consuming and stressful.

Hey Ryan,Sorry to hear that you had a negative experience.Designated dual agency is very common in NC and in most cases allows both buyer and seller to receive the highest level of service with no conflict of interest even though they are being represented by the same Firm.

If your unit is more B/C class where you can attract lots of decent hard working entry level to middle class workers then I would focus on improving the units to capture those kinds of tenants and oust the trouble makers you have. 

While opinions may vary, I rely on data to help drive real estate decisions and planning.Key ConsiderationsEducational Attainment: 77008 boasts higher numbers of residents with bachelor's (12,241) and master's degrees (5,739) compared to 77063.Demographics: 77063 has a higher percentage of foreign-born residents (41.02%) which typically indicates a strong rental market and with 76.86% renter-occupied versus 32.60% in 77008.Economic Factors: Median income in 77008 is $140,609 with a low unemployment rate of 3.37%, whereas 77063 shows lower median income ($51,899), higher unemployment (9.99%), and more families below the poverty level (16.51%), which may indicate economic diversity but also potential rental payment risks​​.Age Distribution: 77008 has more middle-aged residents (35-54) [8970 compared to 6,115] and a slightly higher proportion of young adults (25-34) compared to 77063 but both are popular with younger adults suggesting strong rental markets equally exist.Housing Market: 77008 features a higher percentage of family households (52.39%) and married-couple families (44.77%), suggesting stability and potential for property appreciation.Digital Advertising Demand: Houston Heights apartments (77008): 50,000 average monthly searches.

Also, in my state the lowest level magistrates do not even need to be lawyers.

Timing is key—typically, I’d wait a few months post-storm to see where things settle, but keep an eye on local inventory levels and insurance trends.

This is a local protection implemented at the City and County level.