Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

Additionally, while rates aren't historically bad right now, they are higher than 4-5 years ago, and they will be even higher for you as an investor than they were as an owner occupant, which is what you were when you bought originally.I get that you are anxious to add to your portfolio, but that could be achieved without touching your first golden goose.Sometimes on BP, the push is to leverage every last spare penny, but that can be a risky game as the markets shift. 

I am seeing a trend in CA that ADU construction is more cost effective (per unit) than buying on the market by a long shot.

The key is knowing how to navigate them:🔹 Finding the Right Deals – The best distressed properties aren’t always the ones sitting on the market.

The zoning changes will make California a hot real estate market.

I’m brainstorming ideas on how I can market myself to potential mentors in the STR game in order to gain experience.

Purchase price: $62,000 Cash invested: $60,000 Project in progress: Off market dealPurchase: $62,000Rehab: $60,000ARV: $165,000 What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

Also, zoning and market trends matter a lot more than in residential, so it’s worth getting familiar with Tampa’s landscape.

I had a second one but sold it in 2024 and invested it's earnings in the stock market and so far so good.Anyway.

I have a small team but work 3 different markets.