Examples might include areas in the Midwest, Southeast, or Sunbelt regions.Multifamily Properties: Consider duplexes, triplexes, or small apartment buildings to increase unit count and spread risk across multiple tenants.Short-Term Rentals: If you’re comfortable with the management requirements, STRs in vacation or business travel markets can offer significantly higher cash flow potential than traditional rentals.Value-Add Properties: Look for opportunities to buy undervalued properties where you can force appreciation through renovations or better management.Decision FrameworkRun the Numbers: Compare the projected cash flow, equity growth, and tax implications of selling versus holding with a refinance or HELOC.

New construction requirements are for the sole purpose of keeping the trades working, elec, plumbing, mech, siding.

Fannie Mae has a requirement that if you want to use the rental income from the non occupied units, that you MUST have a current housing expense which means you cannot live rent free.

I wouldnt, so long as you have your requirements laid out - they should be able to know if it is even worth applying.

From fluctuating interest rates to evolving buyer demand, navigating today’s market requires flexibility and strategy.Are you seeing more opportunities in flips, rentals, or commercial properties?

I've consulted a few times over the years with planners and with the way I buy properties, my liquidity requirements, and my concerns about about how government overspending affects the future, makes me a poor candidate for IRAs and 401(k)s with the stifling regulations.   

Often it's a really easy fix or operator error that does not require a pro.

Often times police departments have policies in place REQUIRING officers to activate body cameras when interacting with the public.

I don't know if this is required in your locality but if it isn't get rid of it.

Assuming you don't have a mortgage that requires a certain level of insurance, you can get a stop-loss policy covering all the properties.