I just started a new job with a rather long unemployment gap.

Apologies for the long post, and thanks for any insight

I'm particularly passionate about owning long term rental properties and growing my portfolio.Excited to learn and connect with you all!

Purchase price: $194,500 Cash invested: $51,000 When we talk about long term rentals the goal is to buy something that people are going to live in 3-5 years with the ability to raise rent over time ahead of insurance, taxes and inflation.

Can they prove how long it takes to rent a vacant property?

It may cost about $100 for the walk through and bid, and that's really not a lot in the long run. 

I have religiously listened to the BiggerPockets Pod cast for a long time and even read some of the books.

Which city would be the best investment for 2024 among Little Rock, AR, Atlanta, GA, and Nashville, TN for a buy-and-hold strategy aimed at long-term appreciation?

In the long run you will save a lot of money while at the same time earning way more money.

They shouldn't ask questions as long as it's in alignment with the fair market value.