The FHA rules/regs (in particular the FHA self-sufficiency test) are applied the same across all markets, and I know for a fact that in rural communities across the country, and big cities that are not particularly desirable places to live, it's not a deal-breaker, I am not commenting on those areas. 

There are so many great strategies to help you scale your portfolio, so I understand your desire to find the right plan and avoid mistakes.

Keep in mind that inexpensive properties are inexpensive because they are less desirable properties in less desirable areas and attract less desirable tenants.

I wouldn't consider it a heavy negative unless the street is super tight and parking is hard to come by or if the street is very steep/busy.The more desirable dense city neighborhoods it's almost kind of expected and off street parking would be considered a luxury rather than a necessity.If you get out into the suburbs I would say it's more of a big deal since more rentals have off street parking or a garage there.

Their target audience are professionals with cash don't don't have the time or desire to become educated and are willing to pay/forgo some revenue for a experienced investment relations firm. 

Investing institutionally on behalf of our fund investors sparked my desire to pursue my own investments and create wealth independently.For my first property, I plan to use the BRRRR strategy, likely with the help of a hard money lender.

. - Property type (single-family homes, duplexes, or small multifamily)- Min/max square footage or number of bedrooms and bathrooms- Desired cash flow or ROI metrics to ensure profitability- Property Condition (turnkey, light cosmetic fixes, or heavy rehab)- Neighborhood type (A/B-class areas for appreciation vs.

Class A apartments have numerous amenities, professional management, and sit in desirable neighborhoods.

Those factors, and others, such as high prices in desirable markets, make finding a solid investment difficult.  

In a stable free economy the natural tendency is for prices to go down not up.