Exploring economic trends is essential for developing a successful real estate market strategy, particularly if you're focused on rentals.

Their house is 2400 sqft; 4 bedroom, 3 bath with space in basement that could be an apartment or be used as a nice Airbnb; it's in a development with an HOA.   

Great macroeconomics - lots of population growth, job growth, and companies choosing to move and develop here.

Back then water was so cheap that developers of multifamily buildings just included in the rents.Today is a different time and place so water is called "liquid gold".

BP offers a calculator that you can use, or just use a basic excel spreadsheet, or even pen and paper is fine.Decide what you want to invest in....Flips, rentals, development, STRs etc...In terms of finding deals...you will have to put in some work.

I expect that I will develop those same skill sets within my REI journey.   

This is a buy and hold investment with the hope to ride some appreciation from all the development of Microsoft.Can anyone recommend a reputable Property Manager? 

You are a business developer for a large, professional PM company.

It packed full of people genuinely trying to help you get started, reach the next level, jv, lend, teach, develop systems etc.

I’m currently working on 58 unit BTR development project and seeking one or two private debt investors to help fund it.