It feels like the focus has shifted from creating value to chasing quick payouts, with little regard for the end buyer.

Now, I'm shifting my focus to multi-family properties, particularly in landlord-friendly states.

This plays into the affordability issues for tenants by allowing them to live in nicer neighborhoods for less money, yet I get monthly revenue comparable to short-term rentals.I have also shifted my focus to buying better.

The laws shift and change frequently, and no one really seems to understand the process, and if they do, they are never incentivized to actually help you.

It might be more a matter of fine-tuning your listing than just a shift in the overall market.

Real estate investment is always a matter of perspective and strategy, and the current market environment is no exception.

Every investor has their own path, and hearing different perspectives will only enrich your journey.Challenges in Real Estate Investing:Finding deals: In competitive markets, it can be tough to find good deals that make sense financially.Capital and financing: Finding funding, especially as a new investor, can sometimes be challenging.Dealing with tenants: Managing rental properties and dealing with tenants can be tricky, especially with issues like late rent or property damage.Market risk: Real estate markets fluctuate, and external factors (like economic shifts or local development projects) can impact property values.I’d be happy to continue the conversation if you want to dive deeper into any of these topics!

You can shift your perspective to enjoy what you're doing, yet reap the long term rewards by planting the seeds today. 

From what I’ve seen in Bloomberg, it also doesn’t hurt to keep tabs on any shifts in local buying trends.One more thing I’d consider is the exit strategy.

None of the walls I'm shifting around are structural so no issue there but from a leasable / liability stand point what are your thoughts?