@Rory DarcyRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

I just wonder about the quality of the new construction itself and the quality of contractors being used.   

This could turn a potential loss into positive cash flow while protecting your property’s value.

:Quote from @Jimmy Lieu:Have tons of examples of deals that hit the 1% rule and positive cash flow.

Narrow your top cities, build a local team, and refine your financial analysis to position yourself for success.Good luck!

And most regret it.I'll make the opposite case: it is VERY hard to screw up when buying i.e. a duplex in good condition in a desirable neighborhood and either self-manages or hire a quality PM to manage.To any new investor who is reading this: In real estate cost and risk have an inverse relationship.

How do others manage to create positive cash flow from MF properties with debt?

AI is not some magical, all-knowing miracle that can pull leads out of thin air.AI is simply a faster, more hands-off way to find the same low-quality leads you get from DMM, cold calling, and SMS marketing.You’re not improving lead quality—you’re just finding bad leads faster.

What's the quality of the furniture included? 

That's only achieved with QUALITY.