Co-living is going to grow and grow as time goes on (but maybe less so in my neck of the woods, to be honest).

They identify markets that are growing and get in the way of appreciation. 

It's an amazing place to learn and grow in real estate.

I like the idea of diversification of my investments and I love the strategy BAM has articulated: the focus on properties with below market rents in growing areas with jobs and good schools. 

I'm looking for some advice on investing in Michigan generally, and/or Grand Rapids, MI specifically. 

I am planning to get into the TN real estate market as my first investment and am looking for some information.In particular: Areas to steer clear of, property management fees, typical cosmetic rehab costs, etc.My strategy is to put large down payments on 2 properties (relative to housing prices) to help pay for my living in NY while still gaining appreciation in a growing real estate market.

It’s a great way to grow faster.HELOC or Equity Tapping: If you have equity in another property, using a HELOC or cash-out refinance could help cover the down payment without affecting your DTI as much.Seller Financing or Creative Deals: Look for sellers willing to finance directly, which bypasses traditional mortgage qualification hurdles.Scaling quickly often involves combining strategies—play around with what works best for your goals.

Antioch is a growing market with strong rental demand and opportunities for appreciation.

I know that I have to rely heavily on a solid property management company to not only maintain but to help find me deals as our relationship grows.

We were a growing family and needed more space.