Are interest rates just too high now to buy a rental property?

Run your numbers and stick to them- note that maintenance costs are still high, so pay careful attention to your numbers. 

So we've got a return of 23% on our first and a return of 175% on our second.TL;DR - Are owning free and clear assets better than having high rate of return? 

This will continue to push up the prices.Sales - Months of SupplySales - Median $/SF by MonthDespite persistently high interest rates, the $/SF continued to climb.

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If you're thinking of Oakhurst, I would highly suggest not having a property on the opposite side of town to the national park.

Or if they want a high-interest rate, and your numbers will not work at that interest rate, or if they really want a crazy high price where it will be difficult to cash flow and refinance in the future.

@John CastleberryCost seg has become a highly popular strategy but there are several blind spots to consider.

They said if can get those, they would be very flexible with any other terms for the remainder of equity.Current roadblocks:However, PITI=~4300 >LTR=~3500 and entry would be high at 15-20% so likely the best exit for this would be to buy creatively, and hold until find a wrap buyer, which I am not familiar with how to quickly find.Other two best alternatives = quick pop and top flip by finishing basement + very light cosmetic rehab/upgrade OR MTR as within 15 min drive to 2 of the biggest hospitals and Atlanta GA, and close to the famous East Lake Gold club which is part of the tour.If you are familiar with structuring hybrid deals, wraps, and/or Atlanta GA markets, please reach out.

Therefore, it is important to examine this "yield" in advance and choose a property with high profitability.