And then make your own decision and try to avoid being unduly influenced by others, especially those who have a vested interest that is divergent to yours.2.

@Radhika S.From my experience, when investing in real estate, it's important to focus on factors like cash flow, market trends, and job growth while considering landlord-friendly laws.

It is NOT like what social media or influencers try to paint, it's hard work. 

Most of our investments we look at IRR (time value of money) to determine which investment is a good fit for us at this time - which factors in returns, risk and time of investment - is it a short term investment we want to get appreciation play or long term fixed income investment.

It seems that most of the BP influencers I have seen over the years have stepped into MF syndication with varying results.

This shock factor often leads them to question what other elements of the house may need updating, even if the paint is a relatively easy fix.

@Jay HinrichsAgreeMany use their primary residence appreciation as a factor which cannot be taken into consideration.

I have 2 factors that I know play into it, but there's always more beneath the surface.

The best advice on this topic, in my opinion, comes from 2 books:How to win friends and influence peopleNever eat aloneI am also looking for brokerages to work with or even experienced shadow / intern for to gain experience and additional knowledge.

Use the following as a "Factor" for discussion and not as exact.