The asking rent growth rate decline of 2.7% observed over the past 12 months compares unfavorably to the long-term performance of the metro, and rent growth deceleration has been shared broadly among the Los Angeles metropolitan area's thirty-seven apartment submarkets.Competitive Inventory, Household Formations, AbsorptionThe first quarter added 6,770 net new households to the Los Angeles MSA.

I have condominiumized property in Hawaii and made great money doing it, but it was more of a flipping strategy. 

HOA/Condominium Association estoppel feesE. 

Median household income should always be north of $40K, preferably north of $50K. 

Terms, covenants, conditions, easements, restrictions, reservations and other provisions, including provisions which provide for a private charge or assessment and also provide for an option to purchase, a right of first refusal, or the prior approval of a future purchaser or occupant, according to that specific Declaration of Condominium"ButThere is also ALTA 4.1 CONDOMINIUM--CURRENT ASSESSMENTS ENDORSEMENT which states: The Company insures against loss o rdamage sustained by the Insured by reason of: Any charges or assessments provided for in the State condominium statutes and condominium documents due and unpaid at the Date of Policy.Looking for advise on next steps.

@Farzan SetayeshNot a local investor, but here is a data driven look at the market conditions in McAllen TexasTwo of the most important market performance indicators, population and median home values, have been increasing steadily for the past decade   Rents have followed a similar trend The chart to the right shows median household incomes over time, which have also been increasing. 

If its 3 tenant sin the household all have to be on one lease agreement. 

The only downside to my condo is that it is situated on the backside of the condominium it occupies and does not have an ocean view, however being aware of that I have dropped the price on significantly on the property. 

The math is easy, the 1st Lien Heloc, even at a higher interest rate, will out perform a traditional mortgage hands down with respect to gaining equity/wealth much faster, with no change in household spending habits. 

I have had office space in Astoria for 5 out of my 7 years in the business and it remains my favorite place to work.Newer developments present a wide range of opportunities, including:Affordable housing rental unitsNew high-rise condominium buildings Small boutique condo developmentsMixed-use buildings2-4 family new-construction residential propertiesFilm studiosAstoria’s high cost of living is akin to other neighborhoods in the ‘outer boroughs’ with Manhattan views or proximity to the island.