Me, personally, I am NOT a fan of BRICS, not in the least.

Most believe that a Bargain is a discount on the price of something at the time it was purchased.For instance, if a pair of shoes is selling for $50 when another store is selling it for $100.. yes!

I’m a fan of 0% interest for a year cc loans too.

I'm not a fan of buying anywhere near SFO with airplanes flying over you (or the tenant).  

I'm a big fan of KISS.

@Jeff Galak - big fan of Latchel's product and team.

I am a HUGE fan of the Hattiesburg area, what are your concerns with just investing there?

I always have been a fan of investing in a place that makes sense on paper and your heart.

I’ll just start out by saying I’m not a fan of syndications and own a number of single family rentals just to mark my position from the outset;  but the answers as to “why” may provide enlightenment to you, so I will throw a few out for your consideration.., some of which you mention, so it seems you must be aware of them.As an investor, your goal is typically  to maximize your return and minimize your risk.  

I am a fan, don't get me wrong. the smaller your mortgage, the less likely you are to refi because rates got lower.