I guess as long as population growth keeps ahead of it, you are fine.

Keep in mind that some of these obnoxious transfer taxes are not considered state or local taxes for tax deductions but rather increase the basis of the property as part of acquisition costs.

I'll keep that in mind.

Keep on scaling with adequate reserves until you hit your point where you no longer want to grow.

Keep saving as much as you can.

Another option is to buy a house, divide it into separate units, and keep one for yourself while renting out the others for more privacy.

Keep it short and sweet. 

-will I be able to keep my interest rates?

I will keep following this thread.

IB has the water/sewer issue but it keeps getting more press/exposure.