STR craze and the competition as well as the increased interest rates slowing the economy.  

They should have use that equity to buy another property.We have moved to a lower LTV or higher equity position relative to our concern in the economy and backing off scaling as we go into retirement.  

For appreciation markets, look at the economy growth and current/future projects going on.

For the US markets a hope inspection report is pretty standard, from 2020-2022, some realtors encouraged their buyers to bypass the inspection period to have stronger offers. 

The more USD circulates inside the US, the stronger middle class get's. 

The local economy often thrives from the school which is what you want. being from philly, I would avoid schools like Temple, drexel, or close to D class area. 

Our first sale 2 years ago was out of concern of the economy.  

This can reduce labor costs, but be mindful of the time commitment.Leverage Economies of Scale: If you're working on multiple flips or rehabs, bundling similar tasks or projects together can help reduce costs by hiring one contractor or vendor for multiple jobs.Prioritize High-Impact Repairs: Focus on renovations that add the most value, such as kitchen or bathroom upgrades, while avoiding over-improving areas that won't significantly increase the property's resale value.By combining these strategies, you can manage rising costs while maximizing your potential returns on fix-and-flip projects.Kind regards,

I'm more focused on trying to find that unique property that I know will be successful in any economy versus trying to time the market. 

.- Economic Growth: Milwaukee's economy has been growing, with a mix of industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and technology.