The contrasting growth patterns between Oregon and neighboring Washington suggest that factors such as taxes and public services are influencing these trends.portlandmetrochamber.comOverall, Portland's housing market in early 2025 reflects a balanced environment, with steady home prices and a healthy inventory, offering opportunities for both buyers and sellers.

Phoenix is a hot market for housing investors due to its increasing population, healthy job market and steady demand for housing.Why Phoenix?

If the LLC is disregarded, meaning the property is owned by the LLC but it gets reported in your personal taxes and you file a joint tax return, than you (or rather your joint tax return) is the tax-payer for the property.

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I am wondering if anyone has good places to research affordable yet healthy/upcoming markets to invest in MA. looking to get into my first househack/203k so just trying to figure out where to look.

However, I’m new to navigating such a situation, and I’m looking for guidance on:Collaborating with neighboring property owners to reduce costs and share resources.Structuring deals involving land contributions and joint development efforts.Attracting capital partners for projects like this.I think this could turn into a win-win for everyone involved, but I want to ensure it’s planned and structured correctly.

Putting the property into your name only isn't going to help you if that trust is a disregarded entity and you and your wife file a joint tax return. 

Quote from @David Pearl: Quote from @Anthony Rondinelli: Hi,If I want to maintain a healthy DTI for a primary residence conventional loan in a couple years, what should I be aware of, or what strategies must I employ?

With this being our first property though, would a business bank account just be more of a hassle since we want a joint account with no fees?

I have a good credit score (791 based solely on credit cards) make almost $200,000 per year, and have very healthy investment and retirement accounts in America.