There is much lower volatility in the market, so there won't be as much appreciation (for example if the coastal markets see a12-15% appreciation the midwest might get a 5% market appreciation) but they also don't drop in value as quickly.

More specifically -- considering volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in LVP and laminate, and the health effects that could come with exposure to the VOCs. 

What's happening with all the political volatility in VA?

Now they have a highly volatile hazardous liquids pipeline being built right through their backyard.

Some low cost index funds will give you better passivity and better appreciation, with a little more volatility.

I am away from home 50-66% of the year however so the work life balance is not ideal, especially when the volatility and future of the oil industry is taken into consideration.We currently "own" our home on a 30 year mortgage, paying $1226 per month (P&I, PMI, Taxes), with approximately $6000 of equity in our home.

@Brady BitterThe main thing i was debating with myself was whether or not i should treat single family portfolio  similar to a commercial or multi-family value add deals - the main difference is how its valued - on commercial/multifamily the value is a factor of its income, while single family is solely based on sold comps, therefore have less control over the value and are left to the market's valuation which tends to be more volatile comparing to rent rates.I think the IO route could be safe if you are Conservative with the LTV and have enough cushion to sustain any downturn that provide enough time to liquidate,

Highly volatile experience from many people - some discussions here made me think twice.Crowdstreet - looks dependable enough, anyone has experience there?

That is too volatile to give larger regular loans on commercial properties.

Unfortunately, I cannot touch most of that money so instead of making 25%+ tax-deferred returns in real estate, I'm subjected to lousy volatile Wall Street returns.