They are around 4%, which is higher than some major cities.Could you do mid- or long-term rent well if everything fails?

Given your interest in rental units, that could be a solid option, especially if you're focused on long-term wealth building and creating a steady income stream.Here are a few things to consider:Financing: With some cash on hand, you might be able to make a down payment on a rental property.

I believe you'll be fine as long as theres no HOA or local legislation against STR's.

Despite a 40% drop in net absorption, the vacancy rate remains stable at around 4%, indicating continued tight conditions due to limited new construction.Industrial PropertiesThe industrial sector is cooling, with net absorption down 70% from last year and rent growth slowing to 3.6%.

As long as your DTI isn’t too high you can do a 100% VA cashout refinance.

@Frank Chin Long time!  

The owner had been living in these conditions for a long time due to mental health issues.It was heartbreaking to see.We agreed on a price and closed very quickly to provide relief.

@Kyle Rucker- thanks ....you will have a tough time locating a 2nd loan for  180K +  ....Ask the realtor you are working with for options ...Make sure that the lender holding the FHA loan will be able to approve your assumption  request  ( this can be a long drawn out step ) .....if you do find a 2nd mtg - compare the fha loan and 2nd mtg  to a  simple new FHA or conventional loan as there may not be a large difference 

As long as you are able to prove its not a "true log cabin" you should be fine.Materials listed, it looks like that may be one that just resembles, but be sure to ask your agent first, or the seller before you spend time and $ on it. 

I lose control of the investment and these are long term, illiquid investments - but they put significant and regular cash in my bank account and a much higher rate than when I was trying to be actively passive.