The short version: looks like it will cash flow on paper but in reality with repairs and potential tenant issues it won't, very affordable purchase prices (Indianapolis range is $120,000 to low $200,000 depending on the Class C area or distressed properties under $100,000, many times older homes with sewer line and foundation issues, stolen AC units (get a cage for the unit), Class C is volatile.

Starting small and paying down debt can create debt-free cash flow and reduce market volatility.

REITS can be more highly volatile where they have super strong years and really negative years for returns.An UPREIT is another tool in the toolbelt of investing.

With everything under one roof, you’ll have a clearer understanding of your premium structure and less volatility in terms of price changes.

Even when the market is volatile, rental income often remains steady, providing a buffer to offset risks in other areas of your investments.If you're interested in financing options to begin or expand your real estate portfolio, I can assist with that as well. 

Still learning to use this platform:) To answer your question, I would like to stay clear of the metro and national fly to markets due to their volatile ST regulation structure. 

And now, about all the volatility and chaos.....

The rental market does seem volatile, with the higher prices only supported in the high season (may-sept lease start).

They would receive equivalent money plus an interest rate better than a savings account (plus less volatility if they wanted to put $$ into stock market).   

Too volatile for me.