You might have to dig into off-market deals, though, since inventory is tight.Multi-Family: Always a safe bet if you can snag a good deal.

As you know its near impossible to find a good cash flowing deal in CA due to sale price, taxes and lack of inventory.Last one I closed on was over off of Germantown Road it was a great 2 unit that needed a little TLC for $160K but passed an inspection and was livable.

Or subs or property managers who run off the rails. 

When you file your taxes at the end of the year the accountant is going to ask you for your receipts or what and how much you want to write off using deductions.

We have run in to numerous accounts of this.

Well there is somethings right here and some are off mark IMHO.

As we kick off 2025, the real estate market is continuing to evolve, presenting both opportunities and challenges for investors.

In addition to managing 65+ units in the greater Tampa area I also am a broker who almost exclusively represents investors buy the best available STR properties both on and off market. 

I find VT also a great place in the off season for hiking etc.  

Off-market property is the best option for fix and flip, but since you are planning to live and flip, some on-market properties would also work.