We typically pay somewhere in the range of $3500 for a new, basic furnance, including install, if there are no other modifications to the system required.  

Both investments can offer tax benefits, but real estate typically has the edge.

On the flip side, traditional financing typically offers better rates and longer terms but can take longer to close, and you’ll likely need stronger financials.If you’re trying to balance speed with cost-efficiency, it’s worth considering your project’s needs and how quickly you need to get funding.

Typically, conventional loans backed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac are eligible, while government-backed loans like FHA or VA loans often are not.

@Thomas FarrellRecommend 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?

Everybody who invests in Southeast Mexico, including myself, knows that the typical property doesn't offer ROI upwards of 10%-15% but way less.

It would for sure have to be a higher hourly rate than a typical W2 job however as agents are 1099 contractors and there are expenses associated with maintaining our licenses and operating our businesses that usually come out of our commissions.

However, one tenant isn’t paying rent, and it looks like I might have to go through the eviction process.When evaluating a rental property, do you typically use the 1% rule?

Typically homes in-between tenants, or a new purchase with intent to have renters within 30 days this is allowed. 

@Kenny Bao typically I’ve found my work in connecting in off market deals 100+ units has left me spinning my tires.