These tend to be very comfortable, "Oh let me add you to my email list" conversations.  

Memphis has a pretty affordable housing market and tends to offer solid rental yields, which might align well with your goals.

Although that cash flow number might not be there until year 2 as usually that first year of a new STR tends to be lower rent. 

Tankless WH cost has dropped significantly, they tend to last longer and are less prone to leaks but the initial switch might require upgrading the gas line with potential higher installation price tag.

They tend to be more flexible than institutional lenders and may lend based on the equity in your property or its ARV, rather than focusing on your income or DTI.If you have any connections with investors or family/friends who are looking for safe investments, you might be able to pitch the project to them, offering them a higher interest rate than they would get in traditional investments.Advantages:More flexible terms.Negotiable interest rates and payback periods.Considerations:You’ll need to clearly outline the project’s profitability and how you will repay the loan, usually through a refinance or sale after rehab.

And the renters tend to be "easy" with the MTRs, too.I've met so many wonderful investors here in the Twin Cities!

Some areas may still be good to invest in even with global uncertainty.Interest Rates – Try to get a good mortgage rate now, as waiting for rates to drop could be risky.Cash Flow – If the rental income covers your costs and gives a profit, it's a good sign to buy.Long-Term Thinking – Real estate tends to grow in value over time, even if there are short-term changes.Rather than holding off, look for deals that make sense for your goals now.

Heavy duty, old fashioned machines that don't have motherboards or other electronics that tend to burn out.  

Sellers who are still on the market in Nov/Dec tend to be highly motivated and prices start dropping.

I understand certain neighborhoods in America will be heavy to section 8 and its preferred as the market tenants tend to not pay .