Using it like long-term debt can be bad for your financial health.First, the HELOC impacts your DTI the moment is created, not the moment you draw down on it. 

either way, there is a  higher than usual risk of  your renters losing part of their incomes stream, impacting your ability to collect rent, and that's ignoring any other reservations you might have. 

Hi @Rita SamaddarI recommend areas based on three things:Budget: Knowing your cash to close helps me suggest the best areas, especially if you're using a hard money loan.Rehab Level: Whether you prefer low or major rehab impacts the neighborhoods I'll recommend.Market Dynamics: Areas with minimal days on market are ideal, as they predict how quickly your property will sell post-rehab.In conclusion, start with how much you have to work with and the level of rehab you're comfortable with to find the best areas for fix and flip.

As the impacts of climate change become increasingly evident, more individuals are likely to incorporate considerations of air quality and other disaster risks into their choices when selecting a place to live. 

And how the can or cannot impact how fast they can scale their portfolio.

@Jay HinrichsGood point and I did consider the impact of appreciation.

Instead, there will be unintended  consequences that will negatively impact the very people they claim to be for. 

Proximity to amenities, transport links, and future infrastructure developments can significantly impact property value. 

This will have a big impact on the Page County STR market...STR properties will shoot up in value if/when this happens. 

It remains to be seen how much this will impact the supply for those of us who have been abiding by the rules.