The Midwest and Northeast regions have shown consistent growth, driven by balanced supply-demand dynamics.

First time posting and getting into the investment scene, I currently have a single family home that was my previous primary, and looking into purchasing my 1st true investment property, trying to find some advice on the financial aspect of the purchase, here's my scenario;Currently going through pre-approval with the builder and I do have liquid assets enough to cover the downpayment for the property (40k) but I do have a car note (41k, 800 monthly, extra 500 to principal monthly) and a Patio upgrade (25k no interest till March 2025).

We might consider the lifestyle aspect if it's a place where we want to go back regularly.Speaking of Mexican cartels, I've been going to Mexico for more than 20 years, know a huge number of people who invest and work in real estate across the country and I've never heard about cartels taking over properties.

The appreciation rate is far above national average and consistent for buy and hold.

You will have some bridge loan options here, but your more attractive options may be limited due to seasoning requirements with commercial aspects.

But, if you're consistent, you will be very very wealthy. 

We bought our Rockies place cash and had to understand the insurance aspect of it-- we couldn't find a provider that wouldn't charge such a huge amount that I would be kind of embarrassed to say here.

And a big social media aspect.

If you have a consistent realtor they will help you out.  

Inflation reached 9% before Powell made consistent moves.