Duplex was not appraised for the amount that the realtor presented. 3 different appraisal short (needed $50k for HELOC) so now I am unable to cash out refi.

If your goal is to make money, and you aren't finding deals that you think will do that, there are other things you can do.But more directly to your comment: 1. cap rate does not take into account appreciation.  2.

I think it's best I read the whole thread and do some more research before I comment or even if I comment further. 

By being physically present, you can gain valuable insights into the property's operations, interact with residents, and assess the team's performance.

Hello Rashid Ghafoor:I found your comment interesting and would like to know more.

Had some good recommendations and comments that helped us get things sorted.No way I would have friends leave 5 star reviews just to get a 5 star review. 

Please do comment if wrong:If you are not residing in a unit then a homeowner’s insurance will not cover anything.

My goal is to build a data-driven tool that provides actionable insights into which neighborhoods and property types are in the highest demand, based on metrics like:Time on market: How quickly rentals are being leased.Property characteristics: Bedrooms, bathrooms, size, and amenities.Pricing trends: Rental rates relative to market demand and property features.Visual quality: Leveraging property photos to analyze the style and condition of rentals that perform well.The tool will allow users to:Pinpoint areas with the fastest rental turnovers.Understand what types of properties (size, price range, features) rent the quickest.Gain deeper insights into property presentation and amenities that correlate with high demand.Thank you in advance for your feedback.

@Nicholas Dilloncongratulations on your success so far. a few comments.1. is BRRRR still achievable in 2025? 

Trust me, I have been there.I suggest you try to House hack in cities that you are already familiar with and have some connection with.Hire a great investor agent in that market and ask them all your questions and concerns.That I believe is the best way to get personalized advice tailored to your goals and lifestyle.You giving out Cleeveland and Toledo on your post will only attract biased opinions and advise.Only you know what you truly like, want, and can deal with.As Nicolas said, read this post and comments and hope that gives you a new perspective. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/12/topics/1215726-break...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/963/topics/1195280-expe...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/48/topics/1137397-balti...Goodluck and keep us posted.