We have been investing in real estate investing for about 15 years as a hobby and are looking to shift things into high gear. 

The political climate seems to be shifting after many years.

People are doing it, so presumably it works.FWIW, I invested in Japan for a few years, but lack of rent growth, lack of appreciation, concerns about natural disasters, and just general lack of confidence in the J market led me to shift focus only to the US.

This shift in priorities not only influences real estate markets but also encourages communities to adopt more sustainable practices and resilience measures to attract and retain residents.

But start back and zero if you want for me so I can walk you to your goal...Lastly, price sensitivity hints at low problem solving, scarcity mindset, time value not worth much to yourself (well at least now), so that paradigm will have to shift if you are to become an investment juggernaut.  

That's why I am reaching out here, to gain that understanding and potentially shift strategies if need be.

That's just the nature of turnkey properties, whether you buy from these guys or anyone else.Given the current market, it makes sense for these providers to shift towards flipping and more value-add projects, despite the increased risk and operational challenges.

If you are interested in hearing some differing opinions on the multifamily market, check out the BiggerPockets podcast episode I just recorded with Matt Faircloth:  https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-876Despite my current negative feelings on the large Multifamily market, you’d likely be better off investing in a syndication today than 1-2 years ago—it was the shift in the environment (rent growth, interest rates, etc) that caused the ills in the industry that sparked much of the posts you’re reading.  

This boost indicates a stabilizing market with ample opportunities for buyers.Townhomes & Condos: Shifting TrendsClosed Sales: The townhome and condo market saw a significant decline, with 868 closed sales—a 27.9% drop from last year's 1,204.

This change highlights shifting preferences or market adjustments.% Paid in Cash: Cash purchases made up 51.8% of sales, down slightly from 53.8%.