There's a key word and a phrase that makes it 100% a scam.

They are sure to move on at the end of their lease term. 

This is key to being successful.

I'm sure there's other stuff you'll want to factor in - what businesses are moving to and from each areas. 

Whether you’re targeting strong cash flow or long-term appreciation, understanding the dynamics of each neighborhood is key.

Selling and move on.  

Of course, if we have another available unit that's similar to the one they were looking at, I'll pivot to that and offer to move their current application over to that unit as long as they would still qualify under whatever the new unit's rent is. 

Hopefully they moved on to a juice processing plant for culls.  

We are seeing people move from higher cost of living areas like Raleigh, Durham, chapel hill, and even Greensboro.   

Covering the mortgage isn’t an issue, but I’m considering factors like: Multi-Family: House hacking would help offset costs right away, but I’d likely need to put money into renovations upfront.Single-Family: Easier move-in with no immediate renovations needed, plus potentially lower tenant turnover once I rent it out For those who have been in a similar situation, what did you choose and why?