Eugene could be a great choice for STRs with the university driving consistent demand with college kids + family, and Portland offers year-round potential with its already strong market for both MTR and STR.

I would suggest building your CORE 4 which consists of a great realtor, contractor, property manager, and attorney after you choose where to invest in.

Many investors aim to jump straight into turnkey properties or multifamily deals to scale quickly, but the truth is that most people don’t have enough liquid capital to maintain consistent growth this way.

However, I quickly came to regret that decision.The company consistently ignores my emails and phone calls, often promising a callback that never comes.

Their guidance tends to be more consistent and reliable compared to the marketers associated with the program.### **Cons:**1.

Makes your life as a property manager easier, and provides consistent rents coming in.

If the investor is looking for both appreciation and cash flow; they need to be looking at cities/markets with growth (population and jobs), along with a consistent decrease in crime (all over the past 2 decades). 

I recommend having a consistent growth mindset to keep building and expanding your portfolio.

Then you may shop in that price range.Tip: check with your local credit union: they will consistently have better rates and often the underwriting of loans is done locally.Mike

These loan officers will be important resources if you are consistently executing on the business plans behind each loan they give you.