In terms of other factors, I'm not sure there's a lot because I did have some people express interest in filling out an application before, and I actually got really close with one potential tenant, but it was because of the alcohol policy that he ultimately decided to back out.

I don't know if this is actually in an A or B neighborhood, but would a duplex like this interest you: https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/116-Regent...?

That said, it’s never too early to invest—this is actually a very smart move!

If mass deportations were to actually happen, it could slightly ease demand, mainly in larger cities, but probably not enough to change rent rates.

Some can actually be pretty cheap.

What you do to provide actual safety to guests is going to be key.  

If you’re interested in investing in real estate, you can consider doing so with a Self-Directed IRA to defer taxes on capital gains until you actually withdraw the funds from your IRA.

And a pro forma vs. end of year actuals are very, very different.

I have not had good communication with the property management team either so in the next month or so I am switching over to another company I have already spoke with who also recommended seeing how long I can go with complimentary property management.I'm actually just a little concerned with whether the tenant is being taken care of or not.

We actually do a real estate investor meetup on the first Saturday of the month in Kihei at South Maui Gardens.