The Midwest seems like a popular topic in this thread.

Read a BP article on Puerto Rico.  

This will tell you a lot about the popularity of the area.I can also help you figure out the rents of an average 2/1 unit in these area if you like.

I hope I am not stepping on any toes by posting these articles... but living in this market makes you want to climb a mountain and scream about it.

If you decide not to do a DSCR loan, the second home loan is a popular option, but there are lots of drawbacks for investors as it is really a product made for regular home buyers.

Is it worth it or am I better off just continuing to read articles, forums and videos in order to learn.

You are only putting 5% down so your loan amount is much larger and therefore your mortgage payment is higher.In this article we will dive deep into the 4 big ways that house hacking makes you money, even if it doesn’t cashflow.

That is what I did here in Columbus, Ohio when I started investing in 2020.Here is an article with more information on what a house hack is - https://www.rocketmortgage.com/learn/house-hackingLet me know if you need assistance!

Rural or naturistic areas that are within 300 miles from a guest’s home/drivable are popular markets right now due to the pandemic (I don’t think this will change anytime soon).

ADUs are so popular here that an whole cottage industry has sprung up around the quick and inexpensive conversion of garages.