She wants to talk about RE when she comes home for Thanksgiving so I want to come with with some ideas for her ponder.

Ensure it cash flows comfortably.Market & Location: Research local rental demand, property values, and any applicable LTR regulations to understand the area’s potential for long-term success.Future Potential: Consider if the property could appreciate or attract quality tenants over time, supporting stable cash flow and asset growth.This checklist should set you up for a solid LTR investment!

I am in the same boat as @John Underwood.

There are 100 different strategies and I don't think one is the best, each one comes with pros and cons. 

Quote from @Frank Chin: @Matthew SpiegelSome years back, I used to go to the local building or planning departments, and get the information from the local offices directly.

With some cleaning up and small renovation you can get up to $2000 per unit.

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It’s great to see another aspiring investor exploring the Branson market—there’s so much potential here.

But well done getting your foot in the door.

Where you know the prices, you know what is coming next.