When you are just starting out, all you need is good insurance and stable and steady enough income to not worry about defaulting.

Once you have a steady cash flow and a better understanding of what goes into renovations, you’ll be in a stronger position to move into MTR or consider a fix-and-flip project.

In terms of growth and appreciation, we've seen steady increases over the past few years.

However, given that Trump is very big on "sealing" the border, could it impact the steady population growth these towns are having.

But I'm fine to put down 20% on total value (80% LTV), I have a full time job, so I can support my underwriting with the steady income. 

Here are a few tips that might help as you get started:Market Analysis: Since you're open to out-of-state investing, look for markets with steady population growth, job diversity, and a balance between rent prices and local wages—those factors often hint at stability and demand.

My aim is slow and steady net cash flow. 

If steady cash flow is a priority, option 3 adds resilience to your retirement.

Its surging slot so if you time it right on the buy in (around 10800ish) and the sell (I believe in the next few days it'll steady out at 11300 based on trends last few weeks) it's not too far fetched to net 1000ish as you use the surges to your advantage.

I think a slow-and-steady approach is great, especially as you learn the ins-and-outs of the market.