Leverage - someone mentioned Real Estate doesn't beat stock market returns and while that might be true in absolute terms, it's definitely beat the market when you consider leverage.

Now track either housing shortages or for sale supply, or on market data for those same data Points.When you do this, you will question why you are even thinking about the Stock market. 

Based on my calculations, even with a low down payment, I can achieve positive cash flow (with aggressive enough house hacking).

Find out the inventory of duplexes in your market.

There are several articles that do an exceptional job of explaining who, what, where, why and how tax payers qualify for the ‘STR Loophole’ listed here:The Short Term Rental Tax Loop Hole: A Game Changer for W-2 Wage EarnersThe Short Term Tax Rental Loop Hole: What Investors need to know The implications on the Oregon and California Coastal STR market is a strengthening buyer pool for luxury rentals in the $750-1.5M+ range.

Investment Info:

Single-family residence buy & hold investment in San Antonio.

Purchase price: $265,000

Cash invested: $200,000

1930’s historic home with a converted garage. The property took $35...

Firstly I apologize that I do not have any market insights data specifically, but Houston has been a rough market as valuations have pulled back.

Hi, I was wondering if there's any good reliable places to market tenant in place + management in place properties. 

I’m currently operating in South Georgia market. 

@Dave Meyer always cover this almost every month.Below are few episodes and resources to help you narrow down your options and finally start your investing.I recommend you pick the market that aligns with you real estate investing goals, your risk appetite and personality.https://www.biggerpockets.com/resources/real-estate-101/wher...https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/best-real-estate-markets-...https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/most-affordable-housing-m...All the best and keep up posted.