I own 12-doors there.There are plenty of 1%+ deals in the city but you need to understand the landscape.

You left out dumpsters , HVAC landscaping , just to name a few .

And the quality of their services.. not all closers are created equal They will probably keep closing them until there is a regulatory intervention by the state AGs office.

Not sure if this is necessary but I have my own landscaping business that I work for making me self-employed or in the "S-quadrant" of "The Cashflow Quadrant".

My entire family is from there and I'm current in Atlanta GA running a landscaping business, saving every penny up for my first deal.Is it even possible?

How much would you have to pay monthly for landscaping, pool care, utilities?

The City of Houston (COH) is enamored with Arlington's regulatory STR model.

This approach not only enhances the potential for financial success but also cultivates a deeper understanding of the real estate landscape, empowering investors to make choices that align with their long-term goals.

If property values are stable or increasing, your strategy might be solid.Exit Strategy Since you plan to refinance in 12-18 months, consider what happens if interest rates don't drop or if refinancing terms aren't favorable at that time.Questions you might want to askAre there any zoning or regulatory issues with converting or renting the units as mid-term rentals?

Home prices have been amplified because of the increased costs for builders to actually build a home in the US, mainly:Inflation (materials and labor).Regulatory burdens.Let’s look at both:InflationPrices for everything necessary to build a home - including building materials and hourly labor - are much much more expensive.