My advice: don’t overthink it—your first house hack is about learning, so pick a strong rental market, ensure solid demand, and lock in a deal that gets you close to break-even or better.

Demand and Competition

to BRRRR something, you need a goldilocks property - something distressed enough that it can be bought substantially below market, but not so distressed that it can't be repaired. 

It might take at least two years before we can make a substantial down payment on a second home. 

I will provide an update when I hear back or have substantial resolution to my issues.

Prices remain relatively low, but appreciation may be slower.Monroe: A mix of cash flow and appreciation potential, Monroe has become a popular choice for investors, especially in areas where new developments are popping up.Appreciation-Focused NeighborhoodsBallantyne: A well-established area with high demand, Ballantyne offers excellent long-term appreciation potential, though cash flow opportunities may be limited.South End: A booming urban hub with a vibrant retail and restaurant scene.

Here are a few areas I suggest you look into:-McDonough, Conyers, and South Fulton: Steady growth and aren’t oversaturated, positive demand for MFRs.

Trying to find out if there just isn’t the demand, or so much demand that the available units are rented so they don’t show up.

@Gil CanfuBased on my experience working with over 400 investors, investing in a single-family home in Dallas with a $300K budget is a smart move due to the area's strong rental demand and appreciation potential.

With a large student population, a growing job market, and people looking for affordable housing, rental demand remains strong.