Those four classes are where the majority of investors will buy rentals. 

There are many ways to buy cheap elsewhere but still lose your shirt. 

Hello all,I'm looking to buy my first multi-family.

I’ve seen people buy land thinking water was covered only to find out they had to pay 6 figures to get water re-routes or upgrade pump stations.

What are the benefits and drawbacks of buying a seller financed home?

Leverage  anything in the US  so you can  use the cash to buy in CR  ( US home / 401K / other assets ..etc)  ...pura vida !

If you buy in a prime location with desirable amenities, you’re setting yourself up for steady income and long-term growth.

May need a little rate buy down but in the long run it is much better to raise your rate 1% to 1.5% versus taking a Heoc rate above 8%.The whole point of taking cash out is its quick and you avoid having the associated risks that come with a Heloc.

I'm also considering Halethorpe because it's a good commuter location.Some people really like supporting the city in which case , northeast Baltimore would seem to the best place to buy a single family, in my opinion given the taxes situation and given that none of those areas are walkable I’d rather just be in the county and pay Lower taxes, and it’s not like northeast Baltimore is much that much cheaper than Baltimore county, hathorpe is mixed, arbutus is nice, I hate the housing stock there, would rather be in Catonsville if I was considering western Baltimore county. 

Buying an investment property at 21 shows amazing foresight and financial responsibility.