You are at a disadvantage to every investor in that market and will likely overpay as a result.I'd probably invest in a Real Estate Investment Trust instead of buying out of state at this point in my career.

Most of my tenants in the last few years have come from Craigslist.When I look at my competition on Craigslist, I'm p*ssed off, because what I see is guys running multiple ads for one property, putting me at a disadvantage.  

So do you see RE agents as having a disadvantage in the investing aspects?

Here’s what I want to know - What are the disadvantages of reducing city assessments?

Is this be a big disadvantage to end investors?

I am debating between SFR and Multi ,what are the advantages and disadvantages in each as a low budget-first time buyer.I want to purchase my first property, and I wouldn't mind combining it as an owner occupied property.Interested in Los Angeles area since I am working here, can do some renovations, and manage the property myself.The budget is roughly 400,000-600,000Please adviseThank you !

What are the advantages and disadvantages of both options?

Hey @Victoria Jonagan Being from Kansas City and knowing the area you are referring, I feel that going with stained cement without the exposed brick might put you at a disadvantage when competing with a nearby property with stained cement and exposed brick.  

Welcome to BP @Bryce Hinton  Your youth is only a disadvantage in your mind.

Just out of curiosity, what are the advantages and disadvantages of taking the 15 year loan and owning free and clear in retirement, versus taking the 30 year loan and still paying debt service when you're retired?