a lot of people will poo poo this, but I also live in a market where cash flow is low, property taxes are high and properties are expensive (which is a relative term).

I'd recommend working with a good strong property manager that lives in that area that can check on them.

If that were the case, I would sell my house and live in a tent because it's less expensive. 

Just a simple 499 sq ft city approved plan, single story, 1 bed/1bath/full kitchen adu with living space.

A little about me for context: I live in a very expensive market in Rye,NY. 

Buy and Hold investing is a great avenue to begin with as most people live their lives off of residual income. 

Most of the “deals” have no meat left on bone except for maybe a long term rental hold after repairs.They ironically sponsor a lot of the meet ups I’ve been too here in DFW. of course they do they live and breath on newbies..  

It is currently my primary residence and was a great house hack but I’m now considering moving out to live with my girlfriend nearby in her condo.

I buy and hold and do short term rentals and mid term rentals.Located in Racine Wisconsin  Hello Gabriel: I also live in Racine County there are some great deals our way and including southern milwaukee county too!   

New investor living in the Bay Area.