Looks like you're in Cleveland which is a much more affordable market.

Be mentally and emotionally prepared for the attitude - well, if you can afford a second (or third or fourth home) then you can afford all of this.

There probably is some problem with this, but I am just unsure what it is and if there is a solution to it.

At this point we are not able to find a solution except that we need to hire a lawyer which will add to the cost.

This area has definitely become a lot harder to afford but as others mentioned, appreciation here is real.

So folks tend to go to where they can afford so they can at least get in the game.

Solutions to be found.  8.  

In addition, targeted searches for "apartments 77008" and "greater heights apartments" have lower competition which provides a great opportunity for organic and lower cost of acquisition.Household Composition: 77008 shows balanced demand for both family-oriented housing and non-family units, promoting investments in single-family homes and high-quality apartments. 77063 indicates higher demand for rental units and smaller homes, focusing on apartments and affordable housing options.Despite higher entry costs and a lower percentage of renter-occupied units, 77008 appears to offer better prospects for appreciation and lower vacancy rates, making it a more suitable choice for investment.Greater Heights OverviewThe Greater Heights area (77008), often referred to as "The Heights," is renowned for its prime location offering a blend of amenities, top-rated schools, and abundant job opportunities.

Transparency, I thought I would never be able to afford Alexandria either.We showed up to Old Town Alexandria and started renting. 4 months later we found an affordable house in Woodbridge we could get into for a year with low down, then rent it, in the mean time we recoup the capital from our other 2 properties to go buy again after that 12 months.

Long-term rentals in Ohio and North Carolina offer affordable property prices and reliable cash flow.