The problem is the waters are muddied when a negative occurs with the investment that is in no way the result of dishonesty or incompetence; it’s merely the revealing of the probability of an outcome that has been properly disclosed as a possibility - yet the unsophisticated investor begins crying Ponzi scheme, theft, incompetence and every other accusation they can think of rather than considering the possibility that they made an investor with higher risk than a money market fund. 

The Alabama market was hot for me in 2022 then took a turn in '23 and '24.

Their home has been vacant for over 4 years and is uninhabitable as the city water dept cut off service due to a faulty septic system spilling sewage in both our backyards.

However, I think some upcoming life changes may be the right opportunity for me to dip my toes in the water in real estate investing.I live in Pflugerville, TX (25 minutes from downtown Austin) and will soon be moving to Portland, OR, for my dream job.

I don't want to try to predict the next "hot market" or "hot asset class."

You said public water was available...would the lots require a septic system to be installed or is public sewer available? 

Don’t assume that you will have water.

Fill water tub with water a couple minutes( good time to tighten down toilet bolts and caps) caulk tub five minutes.

Usually if it is something no HoA I solve the issues but now the prolem is under the HoA mercy that seems to careless and the water damages are severe and scary on the photos.

@Edreco AmosMiami’s market can be tricky for cash flow since condo fees and insurance costs can eat into your profits, especially with newer buildings or those near the water.