So my area has sub 6% cap rates.

The "variables" you speak to could mean this is worth every cent of a 5.4% cap rate to "I wouldn't touch this for a 12 cap".  

Real Estate Cap Rates will of course follow.

I anticipate serious cap ex expenditures coming his way. 

Assuming this is an 8 cap neighborhood you'd have a ~$420-450k value within a year (unless property taxes are crazy high) when leases would renew since it'd be valued as a commercial building with the office space.

Despite only renting for two months, this tenant's aggressive behavior is creating a hostile living environment for other residents.Specific Issues:He complains about our lack of notice when entering the property during our own move, despite prior notification.He has moved items around the house without permission.His communication has been condescending and confrontational.He installed a surveillance camera in a common area, violating the lease agreement.He banged on the door because he couldn't use the smartlock code properly.Considered Actions:We plan to serve him with a notice to vacate.We are considering having a constable with us when we serve him the notice.Questions:Should we just give him warnings considering that his actions may not improve?

Here’s why Oklahoma might be a great market for you:Affordability: Properties in OKC and Tulsa are often under $200K and offer strong rent-to-price ratios.Landlord-Friendly: Simple tenant laws make managing rentals easier.Growing Economy: Job growth in energy, tech, and aerospace fuels rental demand.How to Evaluate Deals:Run the Numbers: Ensure positive cash flow, check cap rates (6–10%), and use tools like the BiggerPockets calculators.Find Deals: Network with local wholesalers or agents, and look for value-add opportunities in stable neighborhoods like Edmond (OKC) or Broken Arrow (Tulsa).Let me know if you’d like tips on analyzing properties or finding deals!

That's true, but not new - it's still the $25k loss cap with the AGI phase out.

I am a new investor and was really hung up about which platform to choose that would offer the most bang for my buck before I start seeing returns.

Hello,I am a real estate investor located to Southeast MA, I own and manage a small portfolio of 23 units and am looking to expand and scale out of state as the returns and market have been quite difficult in my area: due to CAP Rates, specific building class I am looking to invest in, and rising interest rates/minimal inventory, as well as it would be nicer to be diversified and in a more landlord friendly state.