Which is why it’s generally better to own fewer but better properties in areas that are desirable VS owning many “affordable” (undesirable) crapboxes in the Midwest.

I’m struggling to see how I can afford to get into a second house with my current DTI.

There is more wear and tear, there is much more that can malfunction, and they often require two families to afford.  

The federal government has allowed borrowers to take out bigger mortgages than they can afford.

We can afford this, but getting a new loan at ~6.5%+ wouldn't be doable. 

But if you're aiming for a BRRRR (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) strategy, finding the right balance between affordability, appreciation potential, and cash flow is key.So, where should you be looking?

Yeah, the Midwest and South have definitely stood out to me great mix of affordability, growth, and investment potential.

With interest rates fluctuating, affordability challenges, and shifts in rental demand, investors need to be more strategic than ever.

Does anyone know of some good neighborhoods or markets that are affordable within 2 hours driving distance to Vegas?  

They’re very few places in the country that are as affordable and still provide work opportunity and good quality of life.