Some folks will argue properties are typically taxed less than their fair market value, and that may be true, but it's the amount of annual taxes your pay (regardless of actual value or assessment) that will affect your bottom line.Additionally, until the recent market correction both property values and rents have increased at a rapid rate.

But if you really love the area and want a slice of some of that beautiful CA coast, I'm sure there is a way to make your dream happen if you're willing to spend the extra money and go through a bit of headache!

It is true many people cannot afford to buy in Hawaii.

I am looking to invest 100k, I wasTold York PA was a good place to add to my portfolio I don’t know if this is true ,?  

Most people assume house hacking means you have to live for free but that isn't true at all.

Second, if the above were true no loans would ever get sold in the secondary market.Some institutions MAY have a policy of not discussing their mortgage holdings unless under specific conditions.  

The reason the industry looks so saturated is because you have thousands of broker outfits with lender sounding names selling the products of the big box lenders.Is there true private money? 

That seems to hold true after some significant research, however, I see a trend that labels wholesalers as shady individuals.

This is even true of public REITs. 

That is very true, I appreciate it!