There's also multiple different strategies, SFH, flipping, BRRRR, multifamily, STRsYou say you have $1M in savings, let's stay with this SFH for $80K example: if you bought say 10 of these $80K properties and look at it from a 10 year time horizon, you can definitely start to see the benefits of real estate. 

I fundamentally believe in DFW in a 5 and 10 year horizon.  

Maybe I need to expand my horizons lol.

I am not a big believer in the buy and hold method as properties have major CapEx events over a 20 or 30 year horizon that can eat up a lot of your cash flow.

Each of us are unique as individuals with different priorities, different risk tolerances, different bank balances, different partners, different time horizons, ... 

Population and household growth will surpass the U.S. over the forecast horizon, supporting demand for retail, construction, and education and healthcare.

I am closely following the city ordinances that loom on the horizon regarding airbnb as well.The questions I have are:What is the typical demand you have seen?

I think with an 18+ year horizon you can't go wrong with either of those options.

Especially since there is a downturn in the economy on the horizon.. 

In the ever-evolving landscape of ranch management, where changes in ownership, investment strategies, and leadership are on the horizon, it becomes essential to weigh the value of cherished traditions against the opportunities of modernization.