The combination of the market and the current interest rates are making us hesitant, but at the same time we are eager/excited to get ready, and feel we have the cash to do so...

@Ravi KaruturiHello RaviI hope your enjoying the weather down there in Texas, I don’t personally live there but I would love to jump on a call and discuss your situation.

In this higher rate climate it's basically a wash between investment vs. secondary.

Consider factors such as rental income potential, expenses, vacancy rates, and potential for appreciation.- Negotiate and Close: When you find a property that aligns with your investment goals, work with your agent to negotiate the best possible deal.By following these steps and staying proactive in yoursearch, you'll be well on your way to finding your first investment property inHuntsville, AL.

I've known about Bigger Pockets for several years and have enjoyed learning from articles and podcasts.

After calculating all of the properties, the average cap rate is around 5% and the COC ROI is always negative (I am putting down 25% for a DSCR loan).

Cash-flowing SFR's are tough to find in this interest rate environment without value-add rehab work or a large down payment.

It's been steadily growing in terms of population, rent rate and appreciation. 

**Financing Risks:** High-interest rates on pre-construction loans can impact your overall return, especially with rising cost of capital.

I've been living in WA State for a year and have been learning my local market (I live about 45 min northwest of Tacoma on the Kitsap peninsula) while saving to buy my first property.The high home prices and high interest rates are making it challenging to find good deals.