., so tend to focus from Concord to Gorham.

Focus on overall returns.2.

Mortgage rates would likely stay above 7%, keeping financing costs high and reducing affordability for buyers.Investors takeaway: Focus on off-market properties and motivated sellers where there’s more room for negotiation.

Metrics like 10-15% of ARV profit, COC, and the 70% rule all serve different purposes, helping you build expectations, safety margins, track leverage, and account for contractor turnaround times.In my opinion rather than overanalyzing numbers upfront, I would focus first on building strong deal flow.

In the meantime, expenses such as debt payments, taxes, insurance, and maintenance persist.Characteristics of a City That Enables Financial IndependenceTo maximize your chances of achieving financial independence through real estate, focus on cities exhibiting the following characteristics:Significant and Sustained Population Growth: Rental rates are driven by supply and demand.

In terms of a money judgement, I would be much more focused on getting possession back.

You need a commercial investment-focused broker with no seasoning requirements or not as strict as standard traditional guidelines.

Seems that you are most focused on property taxes at the moment, but all of them really need to be evaluated for a complete picture. 

I was more focusing on 20-30 minute commutable distance with a good school district (for SFHs) and downtown for MFHs. 

The right opportunities come when you focus on solving problems, not forcing deals that don’t make sense.There are sellers out there ready and willing to sell at a price that works for both you and your buyers.