The number of people who have called many of us saying they saw some article online or watched some tickytok video and did something COMPELTELY wrong is staggering.  

It’s packed with resources like forums, podcasts, and articles where you can learn from experienced investors and ask questions.

Quote from @Austin Wolff: Hey Kegan, I published on article on BiggerPockets specifically to answer this question for people like you (and selfishly for myself):The 10 Best Markets for Your First House HackNone of the states you mentioned are on this list, however.

@Blake KirbyHere's an excerpt from the Redfin article you referenced:"The metro area with the highest risk of a real estate dip during a recession is Riverside, California, with an overall score of 72.8 percent, followed by Phoenix (69.8%) and Miami (69.5%).

I also enclose below the text of the relevant section for ease.https://www.flsenate.gov/laws/statutes/2020/553.79QUOTE(14) A building permit for a single-family residential dwelling must be issued within 30 working days of application therefor unless unusual circumstances require a longer time for processing the application or unless the permit application fails to satisfy the Florida Building Code or the enforcing agency’s laws or ordinances.UNQUOTEThe previous link to the City of Cape Coral citizens portal lets individuals see permit details for a specific property address, the progress with applications, and if not using a private provider the status of inspections.  

There are numerous articles on this site that explain the pros and cons of investing in multi-family vs. single family.

Don't pay for a coach that has numerous warning web articles from cities.

After speaking with other investors, realtors, and contractors here is what I came up with.I do not take responsibility for it, it's relevant for Pittsburgh PA only, and use it on your own risk and discretion.

For those still wondering why mortgage interest hasn’t moved down alongside the Fed’s recent rate cuts, check out this WSJ article: If the Fed Is Cutting Rates, Why Aren’t Mortgage Rates Falling?

Agreed, I think these articles are primarily made as clickbait and designed to give homebuyers false hope of an impending housing crash.