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Can not go wrong with a rental in Ashburn since the rents have increased so much. 

Capitalized costs increase the basis and depreciation deductions over 27.5 years.

While I’m open to both turn-key and fixer-upper properties, my preference leans slightly toward value-add opportunities where I can improve the property and increase equity or cash flow.That said, I’m also happy to consider turn-key options that provide immediate cash flow if they fit within my investment strategy.

For more expensive properties, the flat fee means the credit/refund increases exponentially, like $19,000 on a $1 million property.4.

Like most markets, there is a growing trend in the area due to affordability and increasing more things to do. 

The Raleigh market may have increased by 40% after the Apple announcement, but it wasn't because of Apple, at least not solely.

Quote from @Greg Kasmer: I'm curious as to your comment on getting back in when the bottom has been "somewhat defined" - Is that defined by rents stabilizing and/or increasing or another metric?

The property has a 3 car garage that could be rented to tenants to increase ROI. 

And during inflationary times, our rental rates increase.