It's real estate in markets with population growth, it's pretty hard to lose money if you get an inspection and appraisal.

@Abigail Kingprimarily off market although, i've started to engage on on-market deals if i think they will fitvery difficult to find

While Colorado's market can be challenging due to high prices, exploring suburbs like Colorado Springs or Pueblo, or even considering out-of-state markets in the Midwest or Southeast, can open up better cash flow opportunities.

Here is some info from the department of regulatory agency website:https://dre.colorado.gov/working-licensed-real-estate-profes... 

I would keep it at "reasonable market rent" (whatever that means).

Yesir still operating in the MKE market. 

The two are almost entirely different markets in terms of price points, returns, tenant quality, and overall investing strategy.

Having local family gave me a built-in support system, market familiarity, and the confidence to manage a property from a distance if needed.

Pete area and would love to hear from those who know the market well.A bit about me — I’ve been in short-term rentals since 2013, starting with hotel management and rental arbitrage in Russia, then expanding to Germany in 2017.

While Treasuries are often viewed as "risk-free" investments, certain real estate deals in today’s market offer a compelling alternative—especially when purchased at a deep discount.Take, for example, a 1,000+ unit apartment complex in a suburb near Michigan.