Obviously, this is just my own analysis but the new administration anticipation is the flavor of the year.I'm still yet to be fully sold that we're healthy as a country and that 100% of what we're being told will happen-- I'm betting less than 50%.

You calso never have to worry about "Money in the bank' versus a credit risk HELOC. 

If you are comparing the two, you may get more appreciation, but more issues in Long Beach versus something steadier in Riverside.

More broadly - AirBnb is more lucrative if you furnish and manage it well, versus a long term tenant. 

Because of the balance sheet is off you can certainly bet that something is wrong with the profit loss statement. 

Condos are a better bet since they usually give you more freedom to rent and are easier to sell.

Under the same scenario, a GP with a fixed percent return would probably make the choice to sell and take profits because they would see the 20/80 decision as a bad bet. 

So your best bet is to put yourself in their shoes and shop around just like they would be.Also, some markets are definitely seasonal, and your market rent could change drastically from winter to spring/summer.

Some use very specific goal setting metrics, some use more general goals, there is no right answer for every person, but I am willing to bet that those that set some goals will be more successful in the upcoming year than those that do not. 

It sounds pretty basic and bare bones to do MTR in Phoenix versus what else is most likely out there.