After a few candid conversations, they realized they could negotiate slightly higher rents by offering small improvments..things like better loading dock access or upgrading the security features..turning a so-so cash flow into something much healthier.When you break down your family friend’s situation, it might help to consider these angles:Selling and redeploying capitla could open up opportunities in markets where cash flow is a bit juicier.

Nobody ever regretted buying a good property, but you find hundreds of stories where people deeply regret buying a cheaper property.Maybe focus more on how to make more money, build a side biz, and let the real estate do what it does get better over time.

i hope that 2025 is better for you.I am going to respond to your question 3. 

That’s the very simplified version but raising capital is always your biggest limiting factor so the more investors you can connect with the better. 

For example, Pinal County has the highest projected population growth over the next 30 years, but I’m not sure if that necessarily makes it a better market than Phoenix for long-term investments.When evaluating a location, what are the most important things you focus on?

Credit unions or smaller regional banks might be a better fit.

I’m sure I’d have better luck if I posted it somewhere.

Quote from @V.G Jason: Organize taxes and eat better.  

I want to use the profits from flipping in my home market to obtain and pay off properties in a better cash flowing, landlord friendly market.

Scranton area seems to be a lot more landlord friendly than New York is, and the numbers seem better as well, Section 8 seems appealing for the guaranteed income but I will definitely take that information under consideration as I’m looking to invest in the area.