You will NEVER cash flow while living there but have a chance of cash flowing when you move out.

.$300k cash flow in 20 years is an ambitious but not unrealistic goal. 

I made a few deals in North Dallas.Special assessments and HOA fees are a risk and renting out a condo most likely won't generate much of a cash flow.At $300k with you credit and saving you can still qualified for a loan for sure we have to find the program that works for you.On that budget you could find a nice place no that far from work so you don't have to move far to the suburbs. 

.: Quote from @JD Martin: I can't possibly imagine what kind of townhouse could be worth all of that aggravation and cost.

These can provide good cash flow and are easier to manage than larger commercial properties, especially when you're just starting out.Also, when I was starting, I found local meetups super helpful.

Well, a lot of life happened and now I am getting back to zero no debt and I'll be renting for now and I am considering a duplex to buy cash or maybe land and some sort of unconventional home but still purchasing cash.

I think my main pain point is underwriting the property as it is and then seeing what it could be and then making decisions on if it's worth and how those decisions are made.  

Is it worth it?

Hi there, if you're open to holding onto the property, converting it into an Airbnb or short-term rental could significantly increase your cash flow, especially with the current demand for rental properties.

However, now that we know, and you, that you were intrigued by this idea, it’s worth you pursuing the intricacies.