I decided to stay local with my investing for now and focus on condos/townhomes or live in flips.

There is always a transition period where selling owner stays on and over time new owner transitions into full control.

There are a few Dundalk neighborhoods I'd stay away from but for the most part it's a great area for house hacking/BRRRR.

Keep learning, stay focused, and don't hesitate to reach out if you have more questions or need further guidance.Good luck on your real estate investing journey If you have any more questions or need specific advice, feel free to ask.

Attend seminars, join online forums, and read up on the latest market trends to stay informed.Remember, real estate investing is not without its challenges.

And while yes, no one has the same pricing (combination of factors), I also continue to check on a regular basis our rankings and how we "present" on total costs per stay vs. our competitors.My gut says there is price creep and we might have a ways to go before the market really corrects.

Stayed the whole time in Manuel Antonio are except when we went out on adventures like fishing and ATVing.

.- 95% of folks in pre or post NOD want to stay in their house, keep their house inspite of them 100% will loose the house at the auction. 

Staying as liquid as possible might also help you handle CapEx, taxes, small repairs, and so on.Let me know if you have any questions—I’d love to help in any way I can!

The combination of families looking for more space, good schools, and a quieter lifestyle has been a big driver of demand.For my investments, I’ve noticed:High tenant quality: Families or professionals relocating to suburbs like Naperville and Wheaton tend to stay longer, which helps with stability.Increased competition: It’s definitely tougher to find good deals, especially in top-tier school districts.