Not sure the final outcome, but I'm guessing that is a case where you think things are risk free, but I expect the purchaser was out significant legal fees that were not reimbursed and ended up not getting the property.I've always thought about this in the rare instance that a super nice and super valuable property goes to sale with a mortgage on it. 

My current W2 is going through many changes, and whether by their choice (layoffs) or mine (12-16 hr work days is unsustainable) I need to figure out how I can spend more time taking care of my parents.  

Not seeing any real gentrification because of that, IMO.On the positive side, we do finally have a new Mayor that is actually from the City, but so far he seems to be playing the same games as his predecessors.

So far, I think one of my biggest lesson on 2024 is that I finally I decided to take an action and started looking for my first real-state property. 

And don't underestimate the power of a strong first impression – a well-maintained exterior with a fresh paint job is key.Just remember, even with the best upgrades, color choices matter.

You have the choice to use whatever management team you would like. 

I guess I’ll have no choice but to use dscr 

Most of our properties are located near downtown hospitals, making them an ideal choice for these renters.

One unit is occupied by a low-income senior not on the Housing Choice Voucher program and paying well below market rent.

And we slow rolled those into better properties each time until we were finally able to pay cash for the last couple.