That cost is for 17-18 piers - this was consistent between the 4 contractors we got bids form and we are waiting on a response from the engineer about how many he feels are necessary.  

With careful planning, you can develop a portfolio that consistently outpaces inflation and helps secure your financial future.I hope this helps.

The main criteria is consistency with adopted plans.

They might not be great for cash flow but might be great for long term capital appreciation especially when you use leverage.I’d rather own a $1M asset that breaks even but appreciates consistently by 3% than own a $100k asset that cash flows $3k per year.There’s power in investing in or near your backyard.  

If your focus is on minimizing risk and ensuring consistent cash flow, your current strategy works.

So, the rulings aren't necessarily as consistent as you would hope. 2.

Here are a few things that I like about the neighborhoods in Indy compared to other states: high rent-to-home-value ratio, consistent and gradual city development, relatively low property tax and insurance cost, affordable renovation service cost.

It sounds like you've done well so far with the rental, especially with consistent cash flow and great tenants.

I've consistently written about the forces of nature and her current and future effects on the real estate market (even while often being ridiculed and politicized on this very site for it) regardless: I personally moved and invested in coastal Oregon in 2018 from Venice Beach Los Angeles partly as a result of the trajectory of climate and have assisted several clients that specifically purchased on the Oregon Coast for their own 'climate havens,' investment and future retirement homes. 

Consistency of your evaluation criteria is key for staying out of trouble.