At the end of the day the goal should be to make enough to give you an optimum lifestyle but not go overboard and cause yourself more work/hassle if you don't actually need the additional income that comes from it.Increasing the quality of the area/properties should make it easier management wise and if you don't necessarily need the cash flow now could end up ahead in overall return compared to the lower end areas, especially if you use leverage.I think it depends on your source of active income as well and how long you want to continue doing that for.

Favorable destinations, and healthy tax and STR climates.

I know you mentioned you’ve added a healthy amount of value to your properties, making them an effective flip, but I’m just curious to learn a little more about your strategy when you targeted your acquisitions.

Others like the low cost of the mid-west and have the, skills, time and energy to manage a project long distance.What strategy to deploy will depend on your goals and what your skills, lifestyle, and capital allow you to accomplish and the balance of those 3.

My verdict: it could be a winning play given your equity and potential upside, but carefully weigh the pros and cons.Crunch the numbers: Factor in all expenses, potential vacancy rates, management costs, and ensure the cash flow covers your mortgage and leaves you with enough buffer.Consider alternative Bay Area locations: Maybe there are suburbs with less pressure on prices but still good rental potential and appreciation prospects.Don't rule out the single-family option: If the numbers work and you value the lifestyle, don't discount it entirely.

As real estate investors continue to seek out promising opportunities, the Louisiana Purchase stands as a timeless reminder of the profound impact that a single transaction can have on shaping the future of a nation and its economy.Have a happy, healthy and fun-filled Fourth of July!

Things like accessibility, entertainment, lifestyle, surrounding road/property conditions make the southern part of the island low on my list.

New developments in Manor, East Austin, Georgetown, Plufgerville, Cedar Park, Buda and Kyle are seeing new luxury devleopments that offer a luxury lifestyle without the excessive rental pricing you'd see near downtown Austin. 

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He did mention that because of the air quality his health is effected and he will sue me, and how would I like it if my daughter lived in that house with bad air.