Fundamentally, the higher interest rates should slow down RE appreciation as the cost to purchase rises. 

I've recently bought townhouses in Atlanta because I always look for properties that cash flow positive, but also with good growth fundamentals. 

Hi Jerome,Fundamentally 2-4 unit multis are generally financed in much the same way as a primary residence single family, i.e. the borrower is qualified based on income, credit rating, debt ratio etc.  

I am currently taking RE Appraisal, Fundamentals, and Law at a local community college so I can get my RE License.

There are are a lot of other factors to look at and the fundamentals are the ones that you need to make sure you are watching (job growth, population growth, overall city regulation, etc.). 

Andrew - Thanks for reaching out.Here are some fundamental tax principles every real estate investor should be aware of:Differentiate Between Types of Income: Realize that income from real estate can come in various forms, including rental income, capital gains, and dividends from Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs).

Take emotions and personal biases out and make your decision on objective economic and demographic fundamentals.

Understand Tax Deductions:One of the fundamental strategies for reducing your real estate tax liability is to understand and leverage tax deductions.

In this article, we'll delve into the world of real estate depreciation and explore how you can harness this financial tool to your advantage.Understanding Depreciation in Real Estate:Depreciation is a fundamental concept in real estate taxation that allows you to deduct the cost of an asset over its useful life.

If you focus on the underlying fundamentals of a property, and buying right, you don't have to get overly concerned over any good/bad news on the economy.