Also performing notes can significantly impact your net worth in a positive way, remember the interest is what is paid first on the loan , your equity doesn't decrease much until much until late in the loan.

Over the last year rental rates have decreased approximately 7% and with the continued development surrounding the area many renters are feeling the pinch if they want to stay in popular areas located in and around Austin.

Not only could this negatively affect your cash flow, but it could also decrease the value of your property.

Akron has a decreasing population.

Secondarily, if we can have a year wherein we can significantly decrease our tax liability thought REI, we would use that year to convert some of our tax deferred investments (403b, 457b) to in-plan Roth conversions and pay the taxes on those conversions - hoping that makes sense.We are open to STR, MTR, LTR - we just want to make a wise decision that lowers our tax liability. 

Currently, the rental income would not cover the mortgage payments, but I'm considering refinancing if interest rates decrease (possibly conventional to free up VA entitlement) as well as adding a fifth bedroom to increase rental income.My Plans: I intend to retain the NC property due to a stable tenant with a recently renewed year-long lease.

That would be important info to know.Keep in mind that a 3/1 may have a significant decreased market appeal as compared to a 3/2.

The market here is slowing down a bit, especially on the retail side where homes are selling for over 500k.On the investment side, we've noticed a significant price decrease in properties in Flood Zone AE due to skyrocketing insurance premiums.

Plus, insurance premiums are expected to decrease, and there are cool opportunities in Tampa for ADUs and tiny homes.

As the broker of Investing N Florida, I frequently encounter clients who prefer to wait for interest rates to decrease before purchasing a home.