For LTRs, the 1% rule is a good starting point, but also consider the property's location, market trends, and economic factors for potential appreciation.

Your listed markets are the ones I know the most about.

Owners needed to leave due to health reasons, after getting offers way lower than market - I ran numbers and decided to jump on it and give them what they needed.

More on DSCR loans: DSCR loans won't use your income to underwrite the loan.DSCR loans are based off of down payment, credit score and either actual or market rents so it helps to supercharge an investor's real estate goals and net worth.

As we start to do a deep dive of the market, we would like to connect with fellow investors to get the lay of the land, insights on where to start poking around, areas to avoid, what strategies are working for them, etc.

For this post, I am trying to find out more about the real estate market local to me.

If your seller files bankruptcy after the sale and the Trustee believes the sale was fraudulent because it was for below market value and seeks to set the sale aside, I think the title insurer might deny coverage. 

Please share your thoughts or experiences... 

I believe IB is likely to out perform the San Diego general market.  

Step #PhaseStep1DiscoveryTalk to experts and learn (process, tips, design tips)2DiscoveryCreate social media and document story3DiscoveryGeneral research - budget considerations, financing options, permits, regulations, tax considerations4DiscoveryMarket research - competitor analysis, analyze guest reviews, market trends5DiscoveryGather ideas/inspo (blogs, articles, youtube)6DefineCreate brand and vision7DefineCreate guest requirements (e.g. coffee maker, natural light, near activities, etc.) and prioritize must have, nice to have, etc.8DefineSketch idea for look and feel (architecture and design) - map out the floor layout9DefineConsult an architect (is this needed?)