Are the fundamentals not there?

I would strongly agree that there are great fundamentals in the areas above but there are areas in those neighborhoods where some folks may not feel safe. 

CRE retail has good fundamental outlook next 5-10 years due to lack of supply.

LA is a sprawl of smaller cities where people live and work, and most of those cities are fine. there’s a reason the south bay attracts residents and companies, and it’ll be a long long time before those fundamentals shift.  

Plus, teams are finding creative ways to increase cash flow in the face of these higher rates.Make sure the market metrics are fundamentally sound and you know the true story of the deal.

I am considering investing in Ohio, based on successful investments by friends but am open to other areas provided the fundamentals make sense.I look forward to connecting with fellow investors, real estate agents, and property managers to share insights and identify promising opportunities.Thanks,Julien

.- New supply is expected to moderate, with inventory growth slowing from 5.4% in 2024 to just 0.5% in 2025.While the market faces near-term headwinds from slow economic and population growth, the moderation in new supply and gradual absorption of existing inventory should support improved market fundamentals over the next 2-3 years.

Because Rent Controls VIOLATE the very fundamental of the designed US economic machine, free market enterprise. 

Here’s a 10-step process to get started with out-of-state real estate investing:Research and Select a Market:Identify markets with strong economic fundamentals, job growth, population growth, and potential for real estate appreciation.Consider factors like rental demand, vacancy rates, and local landlord-tenant laws.

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