It depends.

A DSCR loan only removes the income piece and adds a slightly higher rate and prepayment penalty.

Property prices determine rental rates, which are determined by population change.

I don't think your first property needs to be perfect, but doing the work in advance gives you the possibility of refi (in a good rate environment) or more equity on a HELOC.

The amount of capital required from your savings to purchase multiple properties depends on the appreciation rates.

Thought about refinancing at the time, but didn't do it before rates exploded.

Bureau of Labor Statistics and Texas Workforce Commission, Texas was reported to have the highest rate of job creation through 2024. 

I have them tell me how long a project will take to complete, and then I add buffer days or maybe up to 2 weeks, depending on how long / complex of a project it is and potentially accounting for weather if it is outside work.

The choice between JVs and syndication depends on personal aims and interests.

Things to consider when buying a new build are appliances, fans, blinds, and back yard landscaping; sometimes we can get appliances included, it just depends on the situation.