Neighborhoods in areas like Homewood and Hoover have been experiencing strong appreciation, and the rental market continues to be strong, especially with the growing number of young professionals and college students in the area.As a loan officer, I’m here to help you navigate the financing process, whether you’re looking for your first investment property or expanding your portfolio.

I would like to get 1 LTR and 1 fix-n-flip done this year.Hey @Evan Malburg, welcome to the BP Forum!

And if the 25% tariff hits canadian lumber, then everything is going to shut down.I'd like to know when this country is going to actually do something to help new construction.

I guess there has also been talk of moving some government entities out of Washington, like the FBI.How does all that factor into your analysis?   

Still under injunctions, but it is likely to be overturned, and you will have a short window to file.

I'd love to hear what does your criteria deck look like. 

Examples include Austin, TX or Raleigh, NC.Tertiary Markets: These are even smaller cities or towns, often with specific economic drivers like a university or a major employer.2.

Taking that first step is huge, and it sounds like you're already thinking strategically about scaling.If you're looking to minimize out-of-pocket expenses and maximize leverage, you might want to check out Avalon Capital’s 100% purchase & 100% rehab hard money loan.

Quote from @Dan Hertler: I currently manage some of my out of state rentals, but would like to create my own property management business locally in New York (Long Island). 

Correct, based on the lender you might see a rate jump from 8%-8.5% to something like 9.5% between a 4 unit and a 5 unit.