Property needed significant renovation to both units in order to make attractive to end tenants.

Then he decided not to do business, they made the  offer very attractive and he was desperate. 

Returns look good on paper but the kind of tenants those homes will attract will eliminate your cash flow.Invest carefully.

If you'd like to keep your investments in California, Sacramento is starting to look more attractive, especially since the market has seen an increase in tech jobs.

These strategies make STRs especially attractive to high earners, like tech professionals, who want to reduce taxes while building wealth through real estate.

These employers frequently attract new residents and create a steady influx of good quality renters and prospective tenants. 5) The Albuquerque metro area and Central New Mexico enjoy over 310 days of sunshine and a mild climate year-round.

Franklinton is undergoing rapid transformation, with developments like The Gravity Projects, new breweries, and an expanding arts district driving change.Safety and Future Outlook:Increased Investments: New developments bring better lighting, public spaces, and infrastructure, naturally improving safety.Community Growth: More residents and businesses create activity, discouraging crime and boosting the neighborhood's vibrancy.Police and Outreach: Enhanced patrols and local organizations address crime and substance issues.While challenges remain, ongoing investments and gentrification make Franklinton safer and more attractive.

LTR, MTR and STR work in most larger markets (~top 30-40 cities by pop, or be proximity to metros/attractions/employers).

In the worst case scenario that demand is low for a 2/2 we'll have to drop prices to attract people away from the 1BR places.

Biggest thing IMO is getting close to the train station and have a high quality units that may not look attractive on paper the first few years but will have the ability to raise rents consistently long term.