I know it's ridiculous but I always feel a sense of connection whenever I post a question and get so many wonderful responses and people offering their expertise. 

Currently you can find 1000sqft apartments in decent neighborhoods starting at $45k and homes starting at $60k , this is info i found online Bolivia is one of those places where people are still old school and you find the best deals by word of mouth.

Especially if your job involves knowing what to look for, you will be a great asset to people looking to invest and this should help raise private capitol.

:) Kristen Cabasrrus county:Local Market Update for May 2024Key Metrics 2023 2024 Percent Change Thru 5-2023 Thru 5-2024 Percent ChangeNew Listings 310 371 + 19.7% 1,416 1,613 + 13.9%Pending Sales 299 276 - 7.7% 1,400 1,291 - 7.8%Closed Sales 296 290 - 2.0% 1,153 1,172 + 1.6%Median Sales Price* $368,000 to $395,000 + 7.3% $360,000 $390,750 + 8.5%Average Sales Price* $398,575 $426,621 + 7.0% $380,709 $427,450 + 12.3%Percent of Original List Price Received* 97.7% 98.2% + 0.5% 95.9% 97.8% + 2.0%List to Close 82 79 - 3.7% 95 88 - 7.4%Days on Market Until Sale 34 26 - 23.5% 45 35 - 22.2%Cumulative Days on Market Until Sale 37 27 - 27.0% 48 38 - 20.8%Average List Price $433,005 $476,998 + 10.2% $432,125 $452,474 + 4.7%Inventory of Homes for Sale 354 469 + 32.5% -- -- --Months Supply of Inventory 1.4 2.0 + 42.9% -- -- --* Does not account for sale concessions and/or downpayment assistance. | Percent changes are calculated using rounded figures and can sometimes look extreme due to small sample size.Entire Canopy MLS Area —Cabarrus County —Current as of June 7, 2024.

With so many resources available, 100% financing programs, down payment assistance programs, urban development programs, places where sellers are begging you to buy their homes, and platforms like this for free training and guidance why do so many people who want to get in REI fail to actually get their first home under contract. 

As long as you are approaching people in a respectful way that you feel good about you can't help how people will respond sometimes.

So, keep in mind what a good tenant expects in your area.For example, if you have an existing GAS furnace and central air conditioning already a simple replacement of the gas furnace gets people what is likely to be an economical heat source while also providing a/c which many rentals don't have.

What tactics would you use with your spouse to get him or her interested in sharing a too-big house with nice people you choose that you may not even see frequently in order to pay a very low monthly net rent and maximize the ROI on your primary residence rehab?

I know people say that, and it is ideal, but it is difficult, especially in growing markets.

@Rachel H.Whoa, whoa, whoa, people.