Low appreciation markets may have low equity position, but high appreciation markets would have significant equity.  

On the negative, the listed price is far too high to obtain equilibrium.  

An insane increase in lawsuits by individuals looking to target high asset individuals (investors) and extract assets from them by lawsuits.

The RTP area, comprising cities like Raleigh, Durham, and Cary, is an attractive option for several reasons:Strong job market and population growth, driven by the tech, research, and education sectors, ensuring consistent rental demand.More affordable home prices compared to Charlotte, allowing for better cash flow from rental income.Areas like Cary, Apex, and parts of Raleigh have newer construction townhomes/condos that fit your criteria.Potential for long-term equity growth, as the region is seeing steady appreciation.Some recommended areas to consider near RTP:Cary (especially newer developments like Amberly)ApexNorth RaleighDurham (for slightly lower prices)Charlotte is also a solid option, though it may be more expensive:Strong financial/banking sector driving job and population growth.Higher home prices but potentially higher rents as well.Newer townhome/condo developments in areas like Ballantyne, University City, and South End.Robust long-term equity growth potential, but higher entry costs.

This will continue to push up the prices.Sales - Months of SupplySales - Median $/SF by MonthDespite persistently high interest rates, the $/SF continued to climb, up 10% Year over Year.Why invest in Las Vegas?

I highly doubt she would be be able to doctor this to make it look as legit as it does.For the longest time I thought there was some type of “hack” people were using to make it appear payments were being made only to later be never received.

I recommend checking with an investor-friendly lender that you won't issues with obtaining a loan on your 3rd and 4th purchase because your DTI (debt-to-income) ratio may become too high. 

I highly recommend local meetups, as you can meet other investors who have already gone through the wins and losses.

Like others have said, I've heard Cincinnati can be a great market for travelling nurses due to the high concentration of hospitals

If it's flipping, wholesaling, single family, STR or self-storage surround yourself with local people doing that thing at a high level.