The biggest challenge continues to be affordability, as mortgage rates remain high and inventory remains tight in many regions.The 10-year Treasury yield has risen to 4.64%, which has kept mortgage rates elevated, currently hovering in the 6.5% to 7% range.

With high home prices, rising mortgage rates, and intense market competition, securing a property has become increasingly difficult.A recent survey found that over 60% of real estate agents reported instances where Gen Z buyers lost out on homes due to delayed decision-making, missed appointments, or hesitation in making offers.

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In the end, the project was completed successfully and sold for a profit.

Quote from @Dylan Webb: Hello, here's my situation:My wife and I own several properties separately.2 of the single family homes combined we have conservatively $150,000 in equity ($90,000, $60,000) I want to use one of these as collateral for a small loan of $30,000 to put down on a high cash flowing property OR have a lender finance the whole venture at a purchase price of $160,000.

During this time, I found myself unemployed and having difficulty finding a new job due to not completing my degree or having formal training beyond high school or military.

Coloma: For those experts, your input is highly appreciated .

And were only at the end of the beginning of it. 

I know a lot of investors have done very well in Peirce County but I just haven't learned or know enough about that market to make an investment there.Washington state properties are expensive and can be difficult to make breakeven let alone cash flow at this moment due to the combination of high prices and interest rates. 

Throw out the high-value outliers.