look into government DP assistance programs. 

That's the case in any segment but I think we tend to find it more offensive in Section 8 bc the government's paying.In any segment, I recommend checking social media and the like of all applicants. 

You might get it for $400,000 if you have that much cash, but it likely won't go for $50 or $100.You can read some of your state laws here:https://dor.sd.gov/government/county-treasurers/Don't ever waste your money on a nationwide trainer or a travelling road show in a hotel ballroom. 

The national government, the state government, and most importantly the local government will affect your investment 1000x more than climate change in the next 100 years.

Section 8 rentals can be a great way to start because the all or part of the rental payments are guaranteed by the government.

Economists note that job growth in typically underreported industries fell by 42,000 compared to the 6-month average, suggesting August’s numbers may understate actual gains.Key Employment GainsConstruction: +34,000 jobs, driven by heavy civil engineering and nonresidential trade contractors.Healthcare: +31,000 jobs, though slower than the past year's monthly average of 60,000.Social Assistance: +13,000 jobs, with more modest growth compared to previous months.Other growing sectors include financial activities, wholesale trade, and government (+24,000 jobs).Job Losses and Sector StrugglesManufacturing: -24,000 jobs.Retail: -11,100 jobs.Temporary help employment continues to shrink, reflecting business uncertainty.Wage and Fed Policy ImplicationsWages rose by 0.4% in August, up 3.8% year-over-year, supporting a cautious approach by the Federal Reserve on deeper rate cuts.

I don’t try to time the market because I have seen the M2 money supply chart and understand the government will always print money.

Also, put any repairs pointed out by the inspector into the following categories (by priority)1) Health & Safety - to avoid tenant injury and potential lawsuits2) Property Preservation - to stop further costlier damages3) Government Required - city inspection repairs & S84) Marketing Negative Impact - who'll rent a house with purple bedrooms?

As well those government guaranteed section 8 rents have been consistently increasing every year. 5 Bedrooms are now renting for $2000 plus tenants pay ALL utilities. 3 Bedroom Duplexes are up to $1650 x 2 a month = $3,300 + they pay gas and electric.

The governments are quick to reassess when values go up, not so much when they go down.