@Rob Bergeron are these going to be section 8 type inspections or will they be more of just a safety check?

My investor only had to do repairs from the section 8 inspection that he normally would need to do for the safety of his tenants. 

There are many benefits with section 8 in order for the tenant to be placed in one of my properties they go through a process with the committee then when living in the property they need to abide by lease rules and keep the property in shape, if major damage is made or neglect to the property by the tenant they may losE their voucher from section 8, so it’s a very good idea to go this route and food for thought you always know your property is up to date safety wise and livable with annually inspections. 

It's fear based which is a safety mechanism. 

We did one smart thing--we financed with long-term debt and we used low leverage (60% +/-) so we have a wide margin of safety and no threat of a loan maturity until 2031, so we have plenty of time to ride this out until the next market cycle. 

If so, what are some good appreciating markets with good economic growth and safety?

With an HOA fee of $275mnth thrown on top, which is ROI for that as we get everything exterior covered 100% including lawn, snow, private dog park, hazard insurance, private playground etc.. 

I don't buy older wood houses - too many issues with rot/termites/fire hazard. 10.

I am now paying about half of what I was a year ago, generally about 0.75% of value per year and that STR compliant hazard w/ wind insurance. 

Income: Strong and can be used as a safety net if if needed.My main question is: Cash vs.