So if I am looking at an asset as a 10 year play - I look more at the location, schools and how has this market performed in the past excluding covid and 2008 which were extenuating circumstances.Reality is right now shorter term plays do not work based on numbers and cost of financing - we went through this same thing in 2001-2004ish timeframe where properties would appreciate 2-3% per year and after buying costs and closing costs - you were not making money on assets unless you performed the labor or found a really good deal.this is how real estate "typically" is - which is why everyone always says location location location - because after a decent holding period, you will win.

There are threads on here from 10+ years ago with Bill Gulley and all the old school BP heads debating about whether or not a wholesale transaction is simply a net listing by an unlicensed broker.

For them, it's truly the old-school idea of a second home. 

In addition, there will be a ton of high school seniors coming to campus Jan-March to tour campus etc to decide if they would like to attend etc. 

Anthony,You would be surprised by using some old school methods like simply writing a letter like you mentioned. 

Good neighborhoods, excellent schools, and literally--where does the house I want sit in the actual neighborhood...I say does it look like a $650K house area when I'm done?

., but this is a slower season, with kids back in school and hurricane season still “on.” 

My kids are pretty settled in their schools and it would be hard to uproot them.

Look at crime rates, school quality, vacancy rates, and rental demand in those areas.Talk to Local Real Estate Professionals: Connect with real estate agents, property managers, and other investors who are active in the specific areas you're considering.

Now that I’m approaching 50 I’ve graduated to house hacking a duplex instead of my primary residence.