But it still represents the two extremes and leaves out the middle portion where all the money is made and where investors should be looking.Once you go south of Fruitridge the crime steps up dramatically, and so I wouldn't recommend it.

Your living expenses are your largest line item and if you can reduce them dramatically, you can deploy those savings into more cash flowing assets.

@Andrew Castro house hacking is the way to go in my opinion especially living in CA where cost of living is so high, you can dramatically reduce this expense all the while you'll be paying down the loan balance on your place and gaining net worth!

Over the last 10 years, that has changed dramatically. 

Our rents have increased dramatically in several areas of LR, Jacksonville, and Saline county.

Since 2018 (when there were almost NONE) the rules and regulations required to get a permit have gradually increased, and therefore the areas and properties that are eligible have correspondingly shrunk dramatically.

The very tight supply now has had a dramatic impact on pricing.  

When not utilized, it dramatically limits you.Interest is tax deductible and the tenants pay the mortgage.

I know seller financing rules are changing dramatically.

The learning curve is dramatic, and you are going to learn A TON on your first property.