If it’s the cost of 3-4 months of electricity it’s probably pretty reasonable as my 1 bedroom units tend to run $35-$45 per month.

Investing out of state can definitely offer better cash flow opportunities, especially in states like Indiana, Alabama, and Ohio where property prices are lower and landlord-tenant laws tend to favor landlords.

My "day job" is in digital marketing (corporate, not "influencer"), so that tends to be my sandbox ;-) Thanks John!

If interest rates come down, cap rates tend to compact increasing values on properties.

These tend to offer personalized service without getting lost in the shuffle.Verify Their Specialization: Some companies are better with single-family homes, while others excel with multi-family units.

LLC's have their place, but they are overhyped and new investors tend to overestimate their importance and underestimate the administrative effort.I have been a landlord for 15 years and well connected, yet I don't know anyone who was very saved by an LLC, so I asked BP nation:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/926/topics/1151922-than...

@Will ReedGet a second opinion from another company (one that just does cleaning and scoping not repairs as the companies that also do repairs tend to recommend repairs).

If it’s in a great part of town, these generally tend to not be the best from a cash flow perspective. 

Government is understaffed and tend to go after only the highest profile offenders.  

I also help investors analyze deals in any state, providing insights to ensure they make informed decisions.While the markets Greg mentioned are excellent for investing and tend to be more landlord-friendly, Chicago—being the third-largest city in the U.S.