This is especially helpful if you've built up significant equity in your current home and want to leverage it to grow your portfolio without tying up all your cash.Since you're based in Collin County, you're in an ideal market for growth.

There are some higher growth markets for appreciation and some more stagnant markets here in Ohio which are better for cashflow @Raz Malik

I've noticed investors finding some promising opportunities there despite the current rates, partly because of strong rental demand and growth potential.At the end of the day, it's about aligning with your long-term goals and comfort level.

Thanks @Max Emory & @Jake BakerI am in the process of test driving Stessa to see if it helps with improving my efficiency on the property management side, including keeping track or insurance, property taxes, maintenance etc.

Fee simple lots provide greater flexibility than multifamily projects under one parcel.4) Kimberly Byrum - Lease-Up Rates by Asset Type:Garden Style Multifamily: 18 units per monthBTR Cottage Style: 12 units per monthBTR SFH Detached: 8 units per month5) John Jones (BBL Building) - Efficient and thoughtful design remains the best way to reduce costs.6) Tony Benge Margins are comparable between garden style multi-family & BTR, but BTR is in much higher demand.It was a great turnout, excited to see the BTR sector’s growth between now and next year’s event!

You can usually find news articles, real estate websites, or government agencies that report annual growth.

Just the other weekend, I was driving around to get familiar with the local market for an open house I was hosting the next day.

The growth is mostly in the surrounding suburbs, but we also have a chronic housing shortage both for sale and for rent.

How can you get into a growth mindset if your finances are a mess?

This would be assuming you find a good deal where you can drive a lot of value through the rehab process.