Population change.For rents to outpace inflation. the rate of population growth must be significant and sustained.

Not only is our market strong certain price points do have a steady solid appreciation. 8-10% yearly appreciation cannot sustain.

But, in my mind, I'll want to accumulate enough properties in 4-5 years to be able to make the business self-sustaining.  

@David Sharp, I'm in the process of closing my first duplex in 76541 Zip in Killeen - each unit 2/1 -  current rent at $450 market can sustain $550 so it will be going up once contract expires for current tentans. 

Additionally, the scalability of co-living models allows for diversification across markets, mitigating risks and promising sustainable growth. 

Keep in mind that FHA loans have a new rule where if you purchase a 3 or 4 unit multifamily property, it has to self sustain itself.

Today's appreciation is not sustainable and isn't indicative of the future.

By aligning your investments with current and future market demands, you can increase the likelihood of achieving consistent and sustainable returns on your real estate investments.Property Condition:Ensuring that your property is well-maintained not only helps to attract high-quality tenants, but it also minimizes the chances of unexpected repair costs.

Filed yesterday by the Securities & Exchange Commission, the suit accuses EquityBuild and its leaders of defrauding investors it recruited to invest in a portfolio of South Side properties, which turned out to be not such great investments after all.EquityBuild affiliates “sustained heavy losses and the properties they pitched to investors failed to earn anywhere near enough to pay the promised double-digit returns,” the complaint says.

This is good as it is sustainable and realistic and those folks are in it for the long haul.