But it's rapid price growth and sales activity could indicate a more volatile market, with the potential for corrections if demand slows as affordability becomes an issue.

Just be mindful that you can't 1031 a personal residence but it might be eligible for capital gain exclusion from section 121.

Most who get tripped up are those buying the smaller multi-families that don't possess the correct use permit/historical rental license activity. 

Be prudent and cautious, but take calculated risks.REI meetups are a great place to meet like minded people and connect.

So I get your hesitation to be too demanding and your desire for the problems to go away as fast as they can, however since you have NO property manager ( I don't use one either), it is incumbent that you take a more ACTIVE approach with management of your property.Let's review your situation.  1st time leak occurred, you sent a plumber over to find the problem.  

If you invest in RE, whether active or passive(management team, syndications, crowdfunding), I'd love the chance to quickly explain the structure and hear your thoughts on what might need to be improved.

Keep in mind that you get to depreciate these appliances on your taxes.

Many of the OTAs and lead gen sites, like Furnished Finder, are pushing credit card payments. 99.9% of the time I get a message from FF saying 'your tenant would prefer to pay by credit card so activate Stripe now!' 

These props were in good areas so I am guessing that is why. keep in mind true A class areas whould see majority of comps being sales to homeowners NOT investors.. homeowners dont care what the cash flow is or the potential rental income is only investors do..

If you’ve been active in the area, I’d love to hear your take—what’s working, what’s not, and anything I should watch out for.Appreciate any tips or advice you’ve got?