Here’s a quick look at the key market trends and data for 2024.Population Growth:Huntsville’s population is on the rise, attracting both young professionals and retirees.

The house next door, also a duplex with exact same floor plan but in better shape, last sold for 125k.

Research your local market trends before starting, and have a plan B (like renting out the property) if the market shifts unexpectedly.For anyone new to this, patience and flexibility are crucial.

I'd say take the ARM- plenty of time to watch the market, and we already seeing rates trending down.

My personal goal would be to keep the tenant even if the unit was in rough shape, and just get to the bottom of the late rent thing

This article from Realtor.com in 2016 points out eight of the largest differences: https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/red-vs-blue-states-polit...Regardless of political affiliation, the simple truth is that more government involvement almost always results in more problems for ordinary people.

Keep a larger security deposit and demand that the property be delivered back in perfect shape.7.  

Sounds like you're in good shape.

Quote from @Luis De la Puente: In your experience, how do you see private money lenders shaping the real estate market, especially for fix and flip projects?

.- Amenities Overview: Shares % of most sought after amenities in each market- Design Trends: Trends observed in top-performing properties.- Top Property Links: Direct links to benchmark against leading properties in each marketLooking forward to your thoughts and suggestions!