Currently looking to buy more but these rates don't make it easier!

If its an attorney closing state same thing ask the attorney or one of their staff.Generally though be care of those reaching out and promising rates that are simply better than current rates thats almost always a fake lender or a bait and switch..

Preferred returns would even be acceptable but not a straight interest rate play if the lender understands the structure. 

I think the most interesting trend I've seen in the last 25 years has been the rise of good realtors like yourself who understand the power of the 1031. 

What would you assess your personal success rate is for 2024? 

Is it to lower rate?

Your insurance is going to be highly variable and I wouldn't use what an agent or the seller tells you as the cost of dwelling policies have increased substantially over the past few years due to rising new construction costs. 

•Explore private lenders or hard money loans if you need higher leverage, though the interest rates will likely be much higher.

Fit buy box of A or B rated school that will appreciate over time.

Places like San Antonio might present more favorable cap rates, from what I read in Forbes recently.Refinancing could free up equity if today’s loan terms are more attrative, though that depends on current interest rates and the property’s updated value.