On the flip side, do you think the stability/predictability of the Dayton market could be a positive thing for someone like me to gain some experience and then branch out to a more competitive market like Columbus?

But I wouldn't depend on the cash flow to buy groceries.Having said that, on a large enough portfolio you should be able to average things out to a more predictable cash flow.

I didn't predict the latest **** coin or invent some crazy business; I just house hacked a few properties and increased my income slightly by leaving the military for a better paying government job.

Home prices in Philadelphia have appreciated at a consistent rate of 3-6% annually, providing a predictable environment for investors.

When I invest, I predict there will be expenses.

Predictions are hard. 

I gave an interview to Axios last December where I predicted that average commission rates were likely to go higher due to due to the likely outcome of the class action suit.Sure enough, a settlement was announced months later, and sure enough average commissions rates have been inching higher, and will continue to do so. 

This helps reduce operational costs and increase efficiencies, hopefully giving the landlord back time to spend on other areas of the business.Market Trend Predictive Analytics: There are AI algorithms that can analyze large amounts of data in order to predict property values and future market trends.

If cash flow is your top priority, Cleveland's reliable rents and predictable income could be a strong contender.

The Fed recently adjusted its short term projection to one quarter point rate drop for 2024, though it had earlier predicted as many as three drops.