But I do think that the overall quality is very low compared to the rest of the US.

I don't think enough people consider this aspect.Selling Stock: Selling part of your portfolio could work, but the 15% capital gains tax might make this an expensive choice unless the stock has underperformed or you’re diversifying away from riskier investments.HELOC: Using a HELOC on an existing property is a flexible and relatively low-cost option.

Low prices enable more people to buy, limiting demand for rental properties so rents decline (in inflation-adjusted dollars).Population Growth: In areas with growing populations, demand outpaces supply, driving up property prices.

HelloOver saturated STR in Ohio markets have caused many STR to drastically lower costs to as low as  $100 for entire bedroom home.My are higher and I'm not competitive with the lower cost Abnbs.I also feel hotel industry are mass building new hotels to compete with str. 

Investors & overall market feasted on low rates, you got your stuff together during that time and now are seeing how cycles play out.

@Samuel Kim Your wife can meet the 750-hour test for Real Estate Professional Status (REPS) by actively managing your 9 rental properties, but careful planning and documentation are essential, especially with low-maintenance new construction.

Anyone that is looking at your assets is always going to need to factor in property management, so you can show that as a real expense (and really make it as high or low as you want).I work in a vertically integrated real estate and development company, and I cannot imagine how things would run if we did not have an internal property management company that essentially works for the other companies but also stands on its own.

Even with buying down the rate, I would not expect to get better than low 6's in the best of scenarios.

Memphis has a relatively low cost of living, and that’s reflected in the property prices.

Our builder is Bill Lowe, who we really like so far.