For both short- and mid-term investors, the market's diversity and relatively lower entry costs make it an attractive option.FYI - Philadelphia has a tenant-friendly legal environment, which can present certain challenges for landlords

Texas offers a diverse real estate market, from the tech-heavy Austin area to the sprawling suburbs of Dallas and the oil-rich Houston market.

Economic base is also diverse (tech, education, government, healthcare).

I would say the neighborhoods in the Bay Area are very diverse, and every community has its own unique vibe.

Cities like Miami, Tampa, and Orlando offer diverse opportunities, from luxury properties to short-term rentals.While demand peaks during winter, when northern residents flock south, the state experiences fewer slowdowns in the real estate cycle.

., Mexico, Costa Rica) for diverse, stable cash flow.Invest in Multi-Family Value-Adds: Consider multi-family properties in growth areas like Texas or Florida where rehab can increase rental income and appreciation.Leverage Trusted International Partners: For global investments, work with local agents familiar with foreign buyer regulations to streamline acquisitions.Use Property Management for Scalability: As you grow, property managers can handle logistics, especially for out-of-state or international assets, so you can focus on new opportunities.For specific market insights or connections, feel free to reach out, I’d be happy to help.Best,Drago

I live on long island and run a landscape business here right now. 

The contractor took 3.5 months, and her mortgage was $1,500 not including utilities and landscape (oh and market/escrow time).

It’s interesting how those factors shape the investment landscape in Texas.

& different parts of the asset can be depreciated on different schedules.To find out the useful lifespan of each component, you do a cost segregation study to analyze all of the parts.The raw land can't be depreciated so you start by giving that a value first.But other items can be depreciated on a quicker timeline.A roof, road, sidewalk, fencing, walls, gates, doors, latches, flooring, air conditioners, pavers, curbing, landscaping, etc.The IRS has a depreciation schedule for each type.Some parts are 5 yrs.