Stay away from HOA'S and condos(my personal rule)Pick tourist destinations.

The experts can verify, but the deed must stay consistent for a 1031 exchange to be viable.

My other investments focus on the mid-term rental space, and I’m drawn to Jacksonville to stay near hospitals and schools, which are essential for my target demographic.I’d love insights on the strength of the current market here, any projected trends, and tips for making a solid investment in this location.

Any advice helps :) How much leverage are you comfortable with?  

Staying flexible and forward-thinking maximizes long-term value.

If you are buying in the bay area, you need to be comfortable with the property only appreciating unless you are open to putting down 50-70% down on the property. 

🚀Stay in the fight!

Ultimately, clarify with each broker upfront about your intentions to avoid misunderstandings and ensure they’re comfortable with the arrangement.

Then figure out a standard of living your comfortable with and that will tell you weather or not single family or multifamily is the correct route for you.

If you’re comfortable with the dual agency situation, just make sure everything is clear upfront.