@Reitta Seidel I would submit that it's always a good time to invest, you just have to figure out what the best options are in the given market.We focus on first time home buyers who are less rate sensitive and are more likely to buy in all markets. 

You have to upgrade the listing to premium (pay the $29.99) and then it gives you the option to hide your phone number/not let tenants reach you by phone.

@Chris Elliott There are many options left in the market.

I've seen things like young kids hanging out there and even people using it as a dump zone.What are my options with this property next door?

So I'm wondering if I was to get a business loan based on the rental income of the properties and secured by the properties themselves.

But not enough to overcome the 3 factors above (in my opinion).Because a lot of investors in my investor group are looking for better options, I’ve been hunting for better passive 1031 options that involve TICs - typically with syndicators. 

Additionally, we are open to exploring other options beyond selling, so any advice or alternative strategies from those with experience in similar properties would be greatly appreciated.Thank you in advance for any guidance or connections you can provide.Best regards,Matt Ginsberg

All prices are per sq ft, labor and materials, based on 800 sq ft unit:Demo $1Paint  $3Electrical $1.50Flooring (LVP snap and click): $4.75Granite $3Appliances $3Cabinet refinishing: $1Tub refinishing $1 

Your post said Real Estate not mortgages.. big difference.. so I responded based on Real Estate law for licensed agents..

Alternatively, once the existing tenant is out, you can lease at market rate.The real challenge of "non-landlord friendly" areas in the form of: your ability to adjust their rent from one lease term to the next, rent control issues that would limit your ability to ever push rent increases over time, any mandates on required renewal options for existing tenants (typically come with rent control measures) and the ease and speed with which evictions are processed.