Now this is not to say you cannot wholesale properties or work in real estate, but I would not invest in real estate with that low of an amount of money.

I'd love any recommendations on resources I can use to look at data like that (ideally at a zip-level, not just total DMA).

I heard in a podcast that the inventory of homes is back to pre-pandemic levels in some areas and I have noticed more price cuts in general -  but that's mostly the greedy sellers trying to list their homes for way more than the current market value of the home.

.- Smaller properties are usually easier to off-load (more liquid) because our society is seeing very high levels of migration (people travelling or moving for work constantly) / people less inclined to partner / have families / people more focused on work / and pied-a-terre concept.- Condos are much easier to maintain internally than larger homes.- Condos are easier to manage as Air B&B than larger homes.- In the case of multi-family properties, sharing a home with two or three other families where everyone knows everyone can create issues if they don't get along as the close proximity doesn't allow for any privacy.Happy to connect with you and speak in more detail if you are interested in Massachusetts!

I am currently doing a 4 story renovation with apartments on upper floors and commercial on ground level, and weighing out the option of an elevator. 

Oh, I estimate that i'll need $4000 to $6000 depending on the level of care.

Low interest rates contributed to this mindset, making it easier to cashflow.

Since we cannot buy local (cap rate in CA is pretty low), we are exploring different markets. 

Seeking higher levels of guidance and mentorship becomes easier, but it's never given.

I would always put as low as possible down to where its not negative cashflow.