I was thinking about economies of scale with adjacent properties.

When the economy turns sour, lower rents will have less pressure to downside, therefore increase layoffs will affect higher rents than lower rents.  

Might it make more sense to sell outright and take your 1/3 into a stronger market where not only would you earn that $12,000 but you might have an asset with solid appreciation over time?

I hope this proximity would allow building a stronger network and faster scale my investments.

So, for example, if we go to war with Russia they could use that as an impetus to implement rent control for a short time to stabilize the economy to support the war effort.I'm guessing they used the federal governments responsibility to provide for national defense as authority for creating this TEMPORARY law under EMERGENCY circumstances. 

Market Selection Criteria: To choose the right market, consider factors such as:Economic Growth: Look for markets with strong job growth, a diverse economy, and increasing population.Rental Demand: Identify areas with high demand for rentals, which can be indicated by low vacancy rates and high rent-to-price ratios.Affordability: Ensure the market offers properties within your budget that also meet your cash flow and appreciation goals.Property Management Quality: Verify that there are reliable property management companies in the area to handle day-to-day operations, especially if you are investing from a distance.Comparative Market Analysis: Perform a comparative market analysis to compare potential markets.

“Persistently stronger home price gains this spring continue in markets where inventory is well below pre-pandemic levels, such as those in the Northeast.

MF houses provide improved cash flow, economies of scale, and faster portfolio development, but they may not appreciate as quickly.

Storms are stronger. 

The scale of economy in this route is very appealing and offers a different kind of stability and growth potential.I’m equally interested in both options.