I agree with you that they would usually be better off buying in A and B neighborhoods unless they live locally and know what they’re getting into.

Maybe a better question would have been if you know how much money you have for a down payment on a property? 

I hope this helps you have a better understanding. 

I'm using Minoan to furnish a luxury STR and it's been incredible, and I am actively trying to find a way to better leverage their service. 

Asking in the correct forum will get a better response.Read the RULES!

In fact, given current boom in Stock market, one is way better off investing there.

What are some of the better multi-family markets in Georgia and the Carolinas? 

There may have been better choices for a rental at the time.  

Really your advantage is using your legal prowess to better appraise future deals. 

And your net worth will thank you.If you still want to go ahead, you'd be better off buying a house than an apartment because, while the value of the building itself will go to 0, you'll still have the value of the land, bearing in mind that the land might actually lose value too given the depopulation and the yen depreciation.Sorry if I'm pooping a party but make sure you understand what you're getting into (which you're already doing by asking the forum) and then make the decision that's right for you according to your objectives.