On top of that, many policies have become more strict (especially in the last few years) with replacement cost language because replacement cost estimates did not keep up with inflation for a period of time AND/OR replacement costs on many older properties had skyrocketed so it made more sense to calculate replacement values with functionally equivalent rather than exact materials.

It takes dedicated resources to build out and to do effectively at scale.

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.

When rates fluctuate, it shakes up the market in a big way.This is where new homes come out on top.

A number of the top REITS have found a technique that lets the investor initially 1031 into a DST on a temporary basis and after 2 years the REIT absorbs the DST and the investor receives the equivalent of shares in the REIT which makes the investment liquid.

My wife and I own a single-family home in a top school district.

I live in Gilbert and own 5 rentals here, but I also help other investors find, analyze, buy and manage properties all over the valley, and Casa Grande is a top pick from some of my other investors.

As a Canadian i've had to navigate this along with finding the right market, property and financing. happy to introduce you to resources if you need.

You are literally loaning your hard earned money to someone else who will also get a loan on top of your money to acquire some property for a fantasy proforma based on too many moving parts where no one is safe. 

This platform is a great resource, especially when you’re first starting out.