San Diego, to me, seems like a market that still has a lot of upside due to the building constraints in the area, the desirability, and the strong economy. 

While it doesn't meet the 1% rule it's in a stable, desirable area that'll perform more consistently for you over time so it's worth the tradeoff in my opinion.

See the 2020 aerial view below.Very little undeveloped private land is left in the Las Vegas Valley, and desirable areas cost more than $1 million per acre.

Hey y'all, What areas around St Louis are you finding the greatest value on returns? 63031 has been really good to me but the inventory is scarce these days. It's tough to find a solid deal without giving up the bank....

. 😄 I have already thought about and decided what I really want and I didn’t know that it was a requirement to work 5 years before desiring to be financially free!

Due to the likelihood of needing to replace AC and/or furnaces in the next 5 years, there will probably be another year or two of near zero cash flow at some point.When I bought these houses, the neighborhoods had a lot of rental homes, but were still desirable affordable neighborhoods.

Efficient Renovations: Focused on high-impact upgrades like modernizing the kitchen and bathrooms, improving curb appeal, and installing energy-efficient features, which are highly desirable in this competitive market.Optimizing Layout: Evaluated the property's layout to ensure it met modern buyer preferences, such as creating open-concept spaces.

While living with your parents can be beneficial, the desire for privacy is valid, especially with a family.

Do you feel like you are stepping up and doing what you need to do to obtain the life and results you desire? 

Out out state can offer other advantages but CA is still a desirable place to live.