I'm looking to start off in areas with lower costs coming in, preferably under $100k single families but definitely under $200k.These markets are particularly appealing for novice investors, especially those from California, as they offer more affordable options compared to local alternatives.

They push so much information & it is more than needed & priced high compared to other options.

But this is Rare.. you cant compare most low value areas of cities in the mid west or Rust belt to Charleston SC.. 

Prior to me putting 50% of the unit into a special needs trust for him I charged him rent.

@Manjari Pandey noted.Yes agree the reservations for April have slowed compared to last year.

But…as soon as you pay cash, now you have to compare it to a GUARANTEED 5% bank return on your money.

Their guidance tends to be more consistent and reliable compared to the marketers associated with the program.### **Cons:**1.

Columbus is going to be a market with more expansive growth compared to Cleveland, which is currently pretty steady with higher cash flow but less appreciation. 

I have a reminder to get her tickets 331 days prior to her trip and get them for dirt cheap on points. 

I could have bought it and arranged to upgrade the panel on Day 1 after we closed but I didn’t feel good enough about taking the risk on a $280,000 deal in the event there was a problem and I had to try to make a claim prior to the repair.