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The deduction is optimized as values increase and can potentially offset the entire net investment (including down payment) for high wage earners.

Those fees add to the price of the property and many companies choose to cut other areas like renovations rather than increase the value of their product.  

Target areas with high rental demand, job growth, and population increases to ensure strong occupancy and appreciation.

Long term interest rates should continue to increase.  

Anywhere that one can buy properties for under $100k is very unlikely to have the rent increases that you will need over time to create positive cashflow, or the price appreciation that you will need to make this a profitable endeavor.

I would slow down and think about your BUDGET, what you can get for $30k, and how you can increase your income.

Peter Lohmann’s newsletter is a solid source for staying on top of national trends; I’d recommend subscribing if you haven’t already.In Texas, I’ve noticed increased activity, especially in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

When getting new tenants I've found the increase to be much more.