and unfortunately, with rates and prices high, it has just gotten very, very tough to cash flow on long term rentals.i browsed a few other threads you started and it sounds like you already own your primary residence and are looking to get started in investing. 

One of the biggest cons is that 55+ communities often have very high HOA’s that cover a variety of services which makes them usually less profitable than comparable properties that are not 55+.

However, the returns could be significant due to the desirability of the location.33020 (Hollywood) - This part of Hollywood, FL, has varied real estate offerings and is relatively more affordable than its more famous neighbors.

I invest for myself and for my client, anything which is below market value, where some good return is possble.

But it can be done and whether you'd do it, where, what kind of properties you'd buy, ... will depend on your objectives, financial resources, knowledge, connections, ...Also, opportunities can be very different from country to country and within the same country, as it is within the US.Financing could be different, when available, but a 100% cash investment can be more profitable than in the US, especially given the high interest rates.My best advice is to be clear about your objectives and narrow down your options.

I’m excited to share that I’m in the process of growing my real estate team, and I’d love to hear your thoughts and best practices on bringing new agents onboard effectively.A Little About My Current Setup:I run a high-performing real estate business in [Your City/Area], focusing on [Your Niche/Market].

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. 

I've wondered if for example it even makes sense on a NNN retail building.Maybe if your CPA can do it cheap as part of their tax return service fee for you.Hopefully just your normal straight line depreciation is the way to go, but check with your CPA and see if they think it is worthwhile for you.   

But I don’t feel like I got the whole story in return.

If you can't analyze deals (at a high level) on the back of a napkin, you don't understand the business.We are active in Georgia, so I'm happy to compare notes.