That stuff I can hire out more in the future but I am choosing to put more of my maintenance budget in my pocket for now. 

Here's why some choose bricks and mortar:Tangible Asset: You own a physical property with potential for appreciation.Leverage: Use debt (mortgages) to magnify your returns (not possible with stocks).Passive Income: Rents provide a steady income stream (dividends are not guaranteed with stocks).

We help our clients:1) Find a fixer-upper to buy2) We get bids3) Negotiate a Scope Of Work with the owner using "Maintain to the Neighborhood" to avoid over-improving, but understanding we will have to pass city Rental Inspection to avoid being a slumlord.4) Provide multiple jobsite videos to show progress and document WHAT was done and the QUALITY.5) Handle passing city Rental Inspection6) Find a tenant with a Replacement Guarantee per Class7) Assist with refinance, so client can repeatSo, why you looking OOS again?

For LTRs, prioritize markets with population growth and strong job markets.Wherever you choose, work with an investor-friendly agent who knows the local market and can help you analyze deals.

Some of these renters are capitalizing on low interest rates and choosing to buy, but many are unable to buy due to lack of down payment or credit factors. 

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Unfortunately, this is the end result in many instances when purchasing in lower barrier markets whether through a turn key provider or on your own  and the question of who will buy this property when you choose to sell is rarely given the time it deserves. 

Be prepared for trial runs with several different candidates if you choose to hire a handyman to make sure they turn out to be qualified and dependable.

@Randall Alan Mark Zandi, one of my go-to economists, has also said that the rates should settle between 5.5-6% (https://www.cnbc.com/video/2023/11/27/mortgage-rates-will-se...).

Choose properties needing minor upgrades to build equity.