I’m here to connect with like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and continue learning from this incredible community.

Every investor has their own path, and hearing different perspectives will only enrich your journey.Challenges in Real Estate Investing:Finding deals: In competitive markets, it can be tough to find good deals that make sense financially.Capital and financing: Finding funding, especially as a new investor, can sometimes be challenging.Dealing with tenants: Managing rental properties and dealing with tenants can be tricky, especially with issues like late rent or property damage.Market risk: Real estate markets fluctuate, and external factors (like economic shifts or local development projects) can impact property values.I’d be happy to continue the conversation if you want to dive deeper into any of these topics!

If curious, here are the last two: Jan 2023: Multifamily Real Estate is At Risk of CrashingFeb 2024: Multifamily is at High Risk of Continuing It's Historic CrashI think that the title for my 2025 analysis (likely Jan/Feb publication will be something more like:Multifamily is Finally Going to Hit Rock Bottom in Q2/Q3 2025 - Get Ready to Buy a LOT of itAs usual, I like to publish my draft thoughts here to get input from key players in the space and these forums, especially folks like @Brian Burke, to see if I am missing any high level areas, before I get into the weeds and look at the data more deeply and regionally. 

Jacksonville and New Port Richey continue to show solid demand for long-term rentals too.

@Peter Neill First of all, that is an absolutely inspiring story and I want to say congrats and I best wishes for your continued success!

I will continue to ask for proof of job applications and rejections.

Consolidation needs to cycle, with all infrastructure maturing to fully meet new size and facilitate continued growth.

I will continue looking into the areas you mentioned and appreciate your insights.

This year, let's prioritize learning and adaptability, recognizing that continuous growth is key to staying ahead in an ever-evolving world.Networking and collaboration will be crucial as we navigate the changing landscapes of industries.

Will they continue paying market rent for a mismanaged property.