OVer the past month we have seen hundreds of millions / around $1B in defaulted private money loans come across our desk.

Focus on areas near job hubs and good schools, as they attract reliable tenants.

Buying real estate without debt is not a very attractive proposition for investors. 

Owner occupied united increased by 8.4%"Still, although the overall share of households that rented decreased, the number of rented units increased by over a million units (43.3 million to 44.6 million)."

You can be sure they will continue to negotiate for, strategize and advise themselves.If the laws are similar where you are, you should consider if you want someone doing those things for you, and whether you are comfortable going toe-to-toe alone with a licensed professional on a $1.25 million purchase.

While some neighborhoods may seem attractive based on price alone, it’s crucial to avoid problematic areas that could pose long-term challenges.

I am attracted to areas like Old Louisville, Frankfurt, Butchertown, Highlands, etc. - but seems like there may be some up and coming areas that I’m completely overlooking. 

The guy that turns on and off the lights in the P&G lobby has a couple million in stock.

Nd what housing is currently attracting the highest CoC and total returns potential - studio - 1bd, 2 - 4bd, or 5+bd?  

Focusing on the best quality real estate will allow you secure more favorable financing terms, more likely to achieve favorable exits/refinances, more likely to attract the best capital partners.