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These areas are experiencing significant development and population growth, driven by families and professionals seeking more affordable housing while staying close to the job hubs in Plano, Frisco, and even parts of North Dallas.

These programs often assert to guide you step-by-step through the process, provide assistance with funding, and connect you with contractors.

Everyone will tell you it’s great to get started early, or you can just move after a year, but in the current environment in our region the rent your property will generate after you move out will likely be less than your mortgage, if you are tied to the area and feel confident you want to stay in whatever property you buy for 3-5 years go for it, if you want flexibility rent and throw that money into and index fund. 

I'm looking at small multifamiles and won't have an issue with capital thankfully.I am in Arkansas and looking to stay local-ish initially.

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I am torn between pricing rent lower with a minimum 3 night stay or just weeding out the less desirable/more work clients with higher pricing.  

The last time I stayed in one, I was charged a large cleaning fee and then met with a list of what to clean prior to us leaving.

With interest rates holding steady (so far) and US Treasury yields hovering in the 4-5% range, many investors are weighing the pros and cons of staying in bonds versus seeking opportunities in real estate.

If you’re thinking of branching out, cities like Austin or San Antonio are worth considering, but staying local has its perks too.