Casitas blow out the affordability, next gen’s are sort of the same. 

I have ~$100K cash to invest and can afford an extra $2000/month expense.

Today, adjustable-rate borrowers qualify based on their ability to cover a higher monthly payment, not just the initial lower payment.”In simple terms, banks used to give loans without checking to see if buyers could afford them.

Please don’t “invest” any money in a class/bootcamp you aren’t willing and able to afford just burning.

The folks I have in the rooming house would be in apartments if they could afford it. 

Quote from @Adolfo Herrera: I recently bought a piece of land(cash) in my hometown in Texas and I am looking to start building a home to sell.The lot sits in a new neighborhood and is in the more affordable side of the Rio Grande Valley.

I think I'd have an easier time assembling a team down there and having local people available, not to mention homes down there are much more affordable.

I have found someone that has great income and can really afford to stay in the home. 

We're willing to live almost anywhere in the greater Sacramento area based on what we can afford, provided of course that the property is in a decent neighborhood that has a good chance of attracting responsible tenants.As for budget, I believe we could get a conventional loan for properties up to $600k, but my strong preference is to find a distressed property (or seller!)

Depending on your strategy, you can house hack in cities, invest in mid-term rentals for professionals, or explore BRRRR opportunities in more affordable markets like Pueblo or Greeley.