My largest concern is that as we go lower in rate, housing supply will ultimately be unlocked putting downward pressure on rents/asset prices. 

Ultimately, this will come down to your own risk tolerance.

These efforts boosted the property's value, leading to a successful sale at $350,000.

Mixed usages, such as a furnished mid term rental of one unit or vacation rental usage (where permitted) is also an excellent way to boost revenue.

Which is what they. ultimately are. 

Others build their own using Boostly or another similar company due to the same concerns you mentioned.

@John Wilson- what did you ultimately decide upon?

My ultimate goal is utilize the BRRRR strategy in acquiring a property in Philly, this would be a out of state venture for me.

The indicators that I will highlighting are total vacancies and total inquires.An ExplanationForgive me if this is elementary to some of you but it is necessary to explain for a better understanding.There is a direct correlation between the number of vacancies one has and the amount of inquiries, showings, applications, and ultimately signed leases that one receives.

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