Even if my cash flow is negative while I live there, I will still be enjoying all the long-term benefits of owning real estate and my living costs will be cheaper than renting if I choose the right deal/property.I appreciate the insight!

Hi @Allie William WilsonYour post caught my eye because of your thoughtful approach to choosing the right market for your next investment.

They say sellers "choose" a buyer agent amount under the threat of that agents might refuse to show a house if they (agents, not consumers) think the pay isn't enough.

I want to learn from experienced landlords here, how much deductible should we choose? 

@Venecia BaezThe action plan for real estate investing involves setting clear goals, assessing finances, choosing a market, building a network, understanding numbers, starting small, and learning from experience.

I’m going to echo what Tim Delaney and Rick Albert said: $8,000 isn’t a lot to work with, no matter where you choose to invest.

For property selection, choosing a duplex or triplex in a good neighborhood can provide steady cash flow, while adding an ADU to a single-family home works well in areas with high rental demand like Portland.

And even if the tenants chooses to stay in your property for 2yrs, the damage they may cause will eat away all of your cash flow and leave you potentially upside down.

To invest in Section 8 housing, look at areas such as Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton, choose safe neighborhoods, study Section 8 standards, analyze property types, and explore financing choices.

I’d recommend looking into this in conjunction with whatever other program you choose.