They're affordable enough to allow good cash flow, while also attracting decent tenant quality.

I was forced to buy my first house because my roommate moved out and I couldn't afford to live alone.

These markets offer a great mix of affordability, strong rental demand, and steady appreciation.

I searched for homes based on the mortgage I could afford.

Assuming you have 5 units, each worth 300K, and you could afford the loss of one, but not all.

Work with someone who can guide you or just accept that your tuition will be paid through making some costly mistakes which is also legit if you can afford that :-) Good luck!

Last summer, we finally decided we weren’t going to be able to afford to rehab the house in Indiana and we were tired of driving an hour every time the grass needed mowing.

Diversifying geographically can also reduce risk and increase long-term returns.For example, there are several markets across the U.S. that are ideal for new investors because they offer affordable entry points, reliable cash flow, and strong economic fundamentals.

These platforms are affordable and offer comprehensive reports (credit, background, eviction history) without you having to handle sensitive information directly.Verify Employment and Landlord History: Your plan to request pay stubs and a landlord reference is solid.

Im pretty torn up about this.I cant afford the loss buy it seems inevitable, and the SEC is a joke.