I believe it's crucial not to require an application before viewing a unit.

Here’s the context:I own a rural property with two rental units:A manufactured home from the 1980s in temporary status with the county (meaning it can’t be replaced), which currently rents for $1,350 per month.A one-bedroom permanent residence that rents for $1,300 per month.My monthly mortgage payment is approximately $1,200, and cash flow is crucial to me right now.

Granted that's apples and oranges, because the new homes are larger and all in the suburbs, but as long as you can buy an existing home for half the price per square foot than a new construction home I would be careful with expecting peak appreciation.

Focusing on growing capital, reinvesting profits, diversifying investments, and using tax strategies is crucial.

It’s crucial for me to achieve a favorable appraisal, as my estimates place me comfortably below 80% loan-to-value.

Seems like 4 years ago you could buy higher quality product for depressed pricing versus today so somewhat and apples to oranges comparison of the quality of product and area for the price point.I don't do SFR at all but know much better opportunities in better areas 4 years back.

Bottom line is they are worth more independantly than together as they are apples and oranges and tougher to sell when bundled together- when you do decide to sell.  

Meetups + books + podcasts are the way to go, but meetups are the most crucial to your confidence level and to know people like you do this every day.I agree with @Nathan Gesner on the heads up, when you say you are new and want help, everyone has a pitch, that's why meetups are so good - most have no pitch, just networking, unless it's run by a hard money lender.I have a couple friends who invest in the Lehigh Valley that I can connect you with when the time comes.

For your overseas fund investing in Cleveland residential properties through a U.S. corporation, it's crucial to partner with a bank experienced in working with foreign nationals and investment funds.

It offers high accuracy with 80-90%+ correct contact data, which is crucial for reaching homeowners.