With things this year, there aren't as many employed there which obviously hurts the rental markets.With the strong tourism here, once things get closer to being normal in the world, the rentals will bounce back. 

If they're self employed, or slow to get docs in, it can take awhile.

For 2020 forward, the form is actually 1099-NEC.File if you make payments of $600 or more for services, in the course of a trade or business, to independent contractors in any combination of cash, check, e-check, and certain third party payment platforms.Payments to a corporate tax entity -- C or S -- generally do not require a 1099, unless the payment is for legal services.Most rental owners who employ PMs shouldn't be issuing a lot of 1099s. 

There is good potential for value-add opportunities in a metro market with a diverse employer base.

Racine lost a lot allure when FoxConn changed, BUT its time will only come as Milwaukee and Kenosha both continue to grow. 

If your employer offers you a Roth 401(k) option, take it.

Being a real estate agent you are considered to be self-employed and qualify for truly self-directed Solo 401k plan.

You can often get a 401k loan if that is available to you through your employer.

The bigger movers to Austin are all the mid-level employees of all the new employers coming to town.

@Nicholas I too took advantage of the cares act,to invest in RE.You can take up to 100k if you have been affected by covid,w/o the tax penalty.I was furloughed in March that was my affect.If you are still employed or furloughed you may also be able to borrow and pay yourself back with interest.I love it because it’s pretty quick turn around if a deal comes up.My company changed from an employee owned company to not and we received a lump sum for our esop.I lost 21k during the switch over and decided I would never lose money that I didn’t have my hands on again.I control my investments now and wouldn’t have it any other way.Best of Luck!