I have done this few times and then compared the sold price to my numbers.

Negative it’s rather complicated as compared to other real estate investments.

The cost stated is so low compared to property value.  

Create a simple spreadsheet or written list to compare the features of each and identify the ones that align with your requirements.

I'm looking to start off in areas with lower costs coming in, preferably under $100k single families but definitely under $200k.These markets are particularly appealing for novice investors, especially those from California, as they offer more affordable options compared to local alternatives.

I’ve been concentrating more on the Indy market and I’m happy to compare notes if you’d like.

Compare it to the number of visitors who were shot or disappeared in Mexico.

Tools like Rentometer and BiggerPockets can help compare rental prices, and working with a CPA and attorney will ensure you structure your investments properly.

Ask anyone who ever tried to sell a cash flowing biz, it's not that easy (compared to selling a house)The best play IMO is to run a business and feed the profits into real estate.There are a million ideas, but you can start here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/biggerpockets-business-podcast Thanks for the suggestion Marcus. 

The downside is that my profits are severely restricted compared to outside syndications.