Arizona’s steady flow of out-of-state buyers and rental interest, along with its attractive tax environment, makes it a top choice for investors who prefer markets with minimal seasonal fluctuations.Southern California: Coastal Appeal with High DemandCalifornia as a whole can experience seasonality, especially in its northern regions.

As I understand it, flipping/rehabbing requires you to have a solid team in place to minimize costs among other things.

The home was a new build in 2019 with minimal maintenance and 30 year mortgage at 2.25%. 

Being clear about what’s covered in the lease and by local laws can avoid misunderstandings and set their realistic expectations.If you do plan to carry out the cosmetic upgrades (because the property is overdue and of course you want to ensure your tenants are enjoying their home to the best of your abilities), try to schedule the repairs at times that minimize disruption.

Or, they may prefer to diversify what they have to minimize risk.

Me: Old, RE is a side gig, transitioning from hands-on RE investing to minimal-effort cash flow, selling most of my residential RE (keeping non-residential properties), want to spend all my money before I die so my daughter will not inherit anything :)Given my best efforts, it's likely that she will inherit a respectable amount of RE.

In some states it includes annual fees (like the 800usd for CA).Turnover has both minimal repairs and cleanup.

They actually tell criminals the property is vacant.Alarms only work if the police show up quickly, otherwise the thieves are already gone.Appears you have properties in Class C/D areas, there are several other options that we use to minimize breakins & squatters.

. - Bonus Depreciation Recapture form the cost seg you did can be taxed at the marginal rate but this can be minimized the the asset is held for more than 4/5 years. - Capital Gains: Gains from appreciation remain taxed at the capital gains rate, not as ordinary income.

For flips, people look for a quick return with minimal market risk.