Mind you she is the upper level. I

Look for an agent with a proven track record of success in working with investors. This can include things like a history of closed deals, a strong network of contacts in the industry, and a deep understanding of the ...

But for now, at the preliminary level I am more concerned with whether we have a healthy $2,500+/month rental market.

My goal with BiggerPockets is to get connected with people who can share in my knowledge and love of Real Estate and elevate it to the next level. I

I feel like the IE would be another market where I could get started, being close to LA and at the same time have prices at a much lower level. I

I'm really not sure about how the federal poverty level is pertinent to my rentals.

I took note of the multifamily zoning and massive storage area and knew I could create two streams of income from the basement level. I

If anyone is out there that is willing to help me on any level I would be ever so grateful.

Morning BP Community, On a national level I have been part of many conversations with vacation & short term rental owners about what they are doing to mitigate potential short term loses based on the lock downs. 

Obviously, many are hoping for appreciation and aren't concerned about cash flow these days, but my personal comfort level is to only purchase deals that pay for themselves without having to come out of pocket as I'm only a high school teacher.