Again, it looks like you have already started to do most of this which is great.If you have the flexibility and given you've already indicated a desire for a SFR or Small Multi...I'd buy a small multifamily and live in one side and rent the others.

We bought a new build last year and it came with a lot to be desired on the landscaping end.

Urbanization trends, population growth, and the desire for homeownership contribute to a demand that far outstrips supply in many areas.Government Policies as Market StabilizersGovernment interventions have played a pivotal role in stabilizing the housing market.

@Nando NachiYour budget will dictate where you buy in in the Seattle Market.Plenty of areas on the rise especially with low inventory.With Condo, keep in mind some HOAs will have to weight in on structural changes.When it comes to schools, most buyers laser in on the school district.

- What should the desirable mortgage/rent ratio be for my properties- Should I begin saving up an emergency fund for repairs and maintenance before I actually purchase a property or should I begin doing that once I own a property- Do you think Louisville, KY would be a good location to stick with, or should I look for a new areaThanks in advance for your suggestions!

-Location: Focus on properties in desirable neighborhoods with strong rental demand.

Positive cash flow the entire time I owned it and it gave me the desire to buy more.

Do you have any desire to live in the home (only relevant if your parents currently occupy the home)?

I wondered if we could rehab it and change it's appeal into a desirable space.

What your strengths and desires are.2.