They needed a lot of work and we have been able to get them at a price that allowed us to afford the repairs.

And oftentimes, the projects lack enough margins to afford the "best" contractors.Consider the common claim on BP: you cannot find contractors that are good, affordable, and timely.

The tenant pool can be lower end in Winnipeg but if you invest in the right areas it will often qualify for CMHC financing in terms of affordability. 

We don't pay attention much to the national average, we focus on the affordable markets in Florida that are experiencing growth and we stay out of higher priced areas like Tampa, Miami, and Orlando.

People carry too much debt and even if the debt was forgiven or paid off, incomes don't match affordability. 

It's affordable and offers strong cash flow potential.

Just get into the market (IF you can afford it). 

All the markets you mentioned are solid choices for affordability and long-term growth potential.If you’re looking to narrow it down, consider Indianapolis or Columbia, SC, as both have strong rental demand, landlord-friendly laws, and stable economies.

Real reviews from real guests are always going to come across as more genuine.After you build up reviews, the unsaid truth is that you can then afford a less-than-stellar review.

I didn't have much imagination for it. 5 years ago I started looking at buying a larger home I could house hack because it allowed me to get a larger property than I could afford.