From my analysis it looks like shortest vacancies are in SouthWest Fort Worth, while fastest appreciation is in Anna/Melissa.

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Excellent advice and very well stated, imo.I have some really good candidates for ADUs in California. 

I really appreciate anyone’s help :) Also if anyone knows an excellent tax strategist/CPA/ STR experience in Las Vegas-please drop a name-that would be so helpful.

Here's why:Affordability: Your $180K-$200K budget works perfectly here, with plenty of single-family homes and duplexes in B or C+ neighborhoods.Cash Flow: Rent-to-price ratios are excellent, with many properties renting for $1,500-$2,000/month.Landlord-Friendly: Oklahoma has straightforward laws that make managing rentals easier.Economic Growth: Both cities have diverse, growing economies, fueling rental demand.Low Taxes: Property taxes and costs are some of the lowest in the country, boosting returns.OKC and Tulsa also have strong investor networks to help you build a boots-on-the-ground team.

As for the refi side, DSCRs are an excellent tool to utilize as they are based off the property, not you as the borrower, so no DTI hits / personal income verification required.

After some strategic renovations, the property not only provided positive cash flow but also appreciated significantly over time.Navigating the purchase of Freddie Mac homes can be a bit complex, but with the right approach and due diligence, they can offer excellent investment opportunities.

@Ben Trageser Stessa is an excellent platform for tracking investors' income and expenses; it is user-friendly.

The cash that would flow in a 30 yr loan underwriting scenario is sent back to the bank so that builds equity faster.Forced appreciation, while excellent overall, I am not sure it helps in this situation to avoid income from cash flow as that will probably both provide equity, but also increase cash flow right away. 

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