Cost to Rent vs Own and Return to Work PoliciesThis can mostly be attributed to the massive increase in home prices, particularly from 2010 to today, making people opt to rent for longer, especially today in the elevated rate and home price environment making renting the substantially cheaper option, on top of historically low inventory to choose from.

I would tell people today that if you buy a primary residence expect to stay in that home for atleast five years, especially with a FHA loan which has lower down payment as the current forecasts for home appreciation or very low which with closing costs on the buy and sell, it will take several years to have equity in the property and enough to be able to sell, so that is something also to consider.

Locally my observation is that the need is more for low income young and working vs college student.

Where do you think a rehab is more likely to net the better sweat appreciation the high property value market or the low property value market?  

Too many low income apartment buildings near by / vacant buildings. 

Just focus on running the numbers carefully to ensure the property cash flows or at least covers expenses, and don’t hesitate to lean on resources here for advice.If you’re financing, look into FHA loans, as they’re great for first-time buyers purchasing up to 4-unit properties with low down payments.

It's interesting because of the low start up capital and potential for higher returns.

Believe it or not there are still a few "old-school" counties but those are few and far between and the volume is low.

Shoot me a DM if you want some help with finding a condo or house with a low rate that's on market.

The value of your SDIRA may be too low, but I'd recommend Gary Mobbs at South Star Bank in Gonzales, TX.