In the meantime, expenses such as debt payments, taxes, insurance, and maintenance persist.Characteristics of a City That Enables Financial IndependenceTo maximize your chances of achieving financial independence through real estate, focus on cities exhibiting the following characteristics:Significant and Sustained Population Growth: Rental rates are driven by supply and demand.

(If you don't have outdoor furniture - borrow it from some friends in trade for babysitting.)

New paint, surface level outdoor remodeling, and new furniture.

*Strong Economy – Phoenix is sustaining a healthy housing market, with thriving sectors like technology, healthcare, and finance continuously recruiting new residents and providing them with job opportunities.

Much more sustainable than a single family How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

Buying with debt is pretty standard but ensuring the payments feel sustainable is key.

The ability to generate income when making the shift to real estate is a challenge for most and is why many fail because most never get to a point where their real estate alone is sustainable.

Whereas, if you are holding $1,000 cash flowing property and the markets shift, you likely still have a cash flowing property that can sustain itself, and even help supplement another property that isn't in as great of an equity position. 

. - "Among the property types in Store’s portfolio are health clubs, pet care centers, movie theaters, auto auction centers, furniture stores and manufacturing plants.

Hello @Chris Atkins,To achieve and maintain financial independence, only invest in cities that meet the following requirements.Significant and Sustained Population Growth: Rental rates follow the basic principle of supply and demand.