Another option is to estimate value based on potential income and market cap rates, which can give you an investor’s perspective.

For example, if you’re investing in residential properties on the southwest side of town, eliminate property managers focused on commercial properties or other areas.Research CandidatesSearch Engines: Be cautious—Google rankings often reflect marketing, not quality.Yelp Reviews: Read reviews critically; tenants, not property owners, typically write them.

Many of these lenders allowing 2nds behind them are more expensive capital (10's - 13's in our current market [high rates - but now showing signs of coming down]).

Unless you've done substantial improvements to the building or used a large down payment when buying, it's unlikely this will work.Perhaps your best move is to find a new primary residence that is 2-4 units and repeat the process.

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

I look every day for off market houses to flip.

Thus, the realistic options are 1031 to DSTs or sell, pay tax, and invest in marketable securities!?  

Make sure you learn the markets.

There are a plenty of resources that can provide valuable insights into various strategies for investing in real estate, as well as tips for market analysis and financial planning.

I'd love to help anyone break into the Huntsville Market!