I think the analysis is valuable to idenify the areas with high demand (those where you have a high denisity of lisitngs with a lot of reviews) and the characterisitcs of the properties that perform the best.The idea is to copy - paste their strategy (at the very least), or improve it at best.

I would definitely be very cautious about renting to any sex offenders in properties with other tenants.

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What type of properties are you seeking, SFR, 2-4 MF, or 5+ MF?

I understand the crime concerns, but why do you think traditional financing is risky?

With rising costs like HOA fees, insurance, and property taxes, it’s tempting to push rents higher—but that strategy often backfires  (and IS backfiring), especially in today’s market.Why Overpricing Hurts More Than It HelpsRents have softened, and supply is increasing.

I guess I am not sure what your goal is, but I guess funding capital improvements is one way to get involved in CRE, but like Don noted, if you don't understand the concepts of investing nor the specific risks of any of those options, then you are not investing, you are gambling at best, and throwing money and time away at worst.I.e. a quick search of Cincinnati for industrial properties under $300k, and I have about a dozen. 

Our process is to initially get to know them face-to-face, by meeting a few times over lunch or dinner and even walking a few of their properties.

Hi Chris, As financing costs will be a big factor in determining profitability, you should be asking HMLs for proposals to fund. 

I have purchased many properties without a tenant in place.