BTR is good for long term rentals but for construction economies of scale it's pretty bad. they need to be on the higher density side of built to rent communities greater than 10 units per acre in townhome styles without garages in my opinion. it's a slow model and the entitlements take forever, BTR communities are suburban mostly which have lower rents and thus lower values.

San Antonio has experienced steady economic growth, fueled by a diverse economy including sectors such as healthcare, military, tourism, manufacturing, and an overflow from the Austin market. 

Hi Bailey,I have a couple of suggestions...I just read this bigger pockets article that sums up the current market situation pretty succinctly:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/a-robust-economy-is-wreck...In short, it says it's pretty tough to get started right now.  

At least from what I have been seeing.Let's hope for a stronger rest of 24!!

We fought for this for several reasons: 1. tourism is our main economy 2. there are an incredible amount of dilapidated homes that could be renovated and made beautiful if the investment return justified it (which STR in a beach town could) and 3.this is a family-friendly, lower-cost and now COVID friendly way to travel. 

Quote from @Drew Sygit: @Yanting Wang many investors are buying, "build to rent" properties.They are all being told that in buying a new construction property, they shouldn't have maintenance issues for 5-10 years, which will increase their cashflow/profit.Well, tenants have a way of breaking things, not taking care of problems and letting them become maintenance issues, and this is on top of the fact that most new construction properties require several warranty repairs by the builder in the first 12 months.As others have pointed out, you must live in the property for the first 12 months for an FHA mortgage or take your chances with committing mortgage fraud. do a new construction multifamily don't buy a single family for BTR the numbers are garbage. density is the only win for economies of scale, micro units as well. small, well designed multiple dwelling properties are superior. 

Inflation/Economy?

In the present mortgage environment it appears that super jumbo mortgage lenders have preference towards a perceived 'stronger' loan. 

Your reserves for repairs should be much higher than normal.Otherwise CS should be just about as strong as other markets in Texas I would expect although not sure how diversified the economy is. 

It's not just about giving back—it's about building stronger, more vibrant communities for everyone.I'm eager to hear your insights and experiences.