This is appealing for short-to-medium term gains, especially if you’re confident in your ability to refinance or sell in 15 years.

My initial plan was to do a house hack in whatever market I find appealing.

I also would stay away from carpet, too many opportunities for it to get ruined, try to not let the cheap and easy appeal distract you from the headaches it could cause. 

Newer Property: The appeal of a 2020 build is understandable—fewer maintenance headaches and potential for more stability.

This def appeals to me :) stick to my plan.

I'd recommend going more north West Palm Beach area is growing rapidly, has a brightline station & has announced some significant devlopments over the the next several years that are very appealing to draw more people students etc.   

This has been going on for a number of years.Basically it has limited appeal for mass market.

I walked around south and west Bethlehem, both very appealing areas.

We strategically improved the property with minimal investment, focusing on cleaning and minor updates to enhance its market appeal.

I get the appeal and for those investors that want to own and manage C D class SFR's then well that's an option and a good one ..