LTR or MTR so regardless of rent style you can go for the long, mid or short.Dayton, OH and Indianapolis, IN are two great cities that my California customers have found great 2-4 units over the last 2-3 years. 

Starting an LLC after purchasing properties can help understand investing style, asset protection needs, and business growth.

@Mindy JensenI don't know if @Jay Hinrichs has ever been a guest, but I love his style and would love to hear from him.

They are currently almost entirely rented condo or townhouse style units, producing income.

That's chump stuff.  

Other than real estate I love dance, especially Latin dance styles, a good bottomless mimosa brunch, travel, and relaxing to a good Netflix/hulu show with some dessert! 

They ban Airbnb-style rentals of less than 30 days.

With its inviting curb appeal and well-maintained landscaping, 17 Penny Lane stands as a testament to both style and practicality.

Her style and financial approach as a PM and broker/investor was a great fit for both of us.

Inflation impacts both income and expenses, so to keep it simple, I'd use present day numbers.Most people can retire (live okay) on a $2 to $3 million dollar RE portfolio even with some remaining leverage, if you want to live a little nicer life style aim for 5-10 million.