I think proving the concept with your own capital is extremely powerful.

Not so much due to the higher rates and financing but they are getting tired of the extremes from both the government impact, Covid and renters.2024 I think will be an exciting time for investing, the same as 2023 was.

Ive been in the work force for 2 years now and have just started to become extremely interested in Real Estate over the past ~year.

I have seen posts where investors seem to be having success with airBnb rentals and/or acquiring "akiya" or other extremely cheap properties. 

In my experience, once you really get rolling, aside from contractors, a good CPA and attorney are vital.

We use a product called Vital Oxide in our flips to neutralize odor and disinfect.

We'd like to try a short term rental but the Oregon coast and Tahoe (two places I love) are extremely restrictive on doing this.

I really see Columbus Ohio as an extremely safe bet for the next 10-20 years.

There are plenty of trout in the water but as they are wild, they are extremely difficult to catch.I use dries and nymphs just depending on what is working.  

Being ready for this line of questioning can save you from an awkward conversation.I've been on many hundreds of showings to compile this, so don't let these wild answers discourage you or make you think all tenants are up to something.  95% of the conversations I've had are extremely pleasant and forthcoming, and I'm positive your experience will be the same.