Our first year out was crazy good renting for $3300 when market rate was around $2100, but by mid 2023 and 2024 it felt harder.

What markets are you investing in?  

Hello everyone,I’m expanding into the Chattanooga market and looking to connect with experienced professionals to help with upcoming projects.

Only thing I'd add is consider off-market as well.

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

Another concern is after the two years, I still wouldn’t be lendable for most properties in my markets due to that lack of income. 

We bought our first property off market back in Sept 2024.

For example, should we focus on acquiring one high-quality property in a strong market, or would it make more sense to spread the investment across multiple lower-cost units in emerging areas?

Or do I look into a market like Las Cruces, NM, or Lubbock, TX, as an example of bigger markets I have looked at and am somewhat familiar with?

We are living in the age of marketing.