But it is a challenge, particularly when transparency is hard to come by at best of times anyway.

It does not take that many hours to look at a property, sign a contract or even manage tenants.If you are bored in your 9-5 it's time to move on to a job where you learn and get challenged so you can grow.

Investment properties prove to be more challenging, but not impossible when titled in your own name.  

Knowing you have someone to turn to for advice and validation can make navigating challenges feel less intimidating.5.

Challenges?

I’ve done two rehabs from out of state so far, and I can relate to the challenges you mentioned.One thing I learned the hard way is that managing rehabs remotely can be tough.

Managing rentals isn’t for everyone, especially after dealing with bad tenants, challenging property managers, and increasing costs.

Such deductions could result in substantial refunds, providing critical financial support during a challenging time.Residents may also explore disaster loans or grants offered by the Small Business Administration (SBA) to cover damages or losses.

As we kick off 2025, the real estate market is continuing to evolve, presenting both opportunities and challenges for investors.

It's a challenging market but I say if you can pay less then you currently are renting then it's a win.