@Elyse MartinezRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.So, when investing in areas they don’t really know, investors should research the different property Class submarkets.

My wife and I just got into Wilmington with a studio downtown that is also doing well now, but definitely a big difference from the beach. 

I would look at the ROE differences between what you can make now by selling, including the yield on that lump sum if reinvested in the current market conditions, versus what the property will be worth at a point in the future (5 years, 10 years, etc).

In any relationship, business or personal setting expectations up front can make the difference between success and failure.

There are many different options to house hack in MD, and I'm looking at a few options right now for another buyer.

Your leasing broker will be able to help with this, but things like which side of the street you are in can make a big difference.  

Since you are a seasoned stock investor, then I'm sure you will agree with the following phrase: "Timing the market does not work, but, Time In the market makes all the difference in the world!

Hey @Charlotte ChewI went through several interviews with different property management companies and ultimately have been extremely please with the group I am using now in San Antonio for my properties. 

---Our standard copy & paste about this is below, hope you find it useful:)Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.So, when investing in areas they don’t really know, investors should research the different property Class submarkets.

I've been debating on getting my real estate license but I get such different advice from everyone.