This marks Bascom’s sixth acquisition in 2024, further solidifying its strategy of investing in high-demand markets.Despite a challenging market with high interest rates, Bakersfield’s strong multifamily fundamentals, including population growth and limited housing supply, have made it a prime investment location.

I am fine for long term growth and don't mind working for the next 20-30 years to build a sustainable portfolio with no mortages on them as the end game plan.What would you do? 

Have friends working in this space along the Columbia River in WA/OR that oversee the data centers, and working with friendly government was key to their growth.

Look at population growth, job opportunities, and other economic factors that will drive rental demand.

This kind of practical knowledge can accelerate your own growth.4.

Their analysis is based on the growth of the larger metros throughout the United States that drive regional tourism into various vacation rental markets.

Manage a big remodeling jobs is not an easy task, however you need persistance.2.

At that point, I will start to make some judgements about growth vs. payoff vs refi, etc.You could use the money to continue to accelerate the payoff of your primary then get a HELOC on the equity to fund the downpayment of a rental property if/when you find one.For me though, I'm making minimal payments on the mortgage and getting the investment snowball rolling as soon as I can.

Look at factors like job growth, population trends, and rental demand.

To enter the rental property market with minimal upfront costs, research local markets, consider future growth, and plan for vacancies.Good luck!