If you’re approved for the mortgage they assume you’re qualified to pay it on your own so if you can afford the monthly don’t overlook the power of equity.

Bozo and Krusty, who are absolutely desperate for a place (almost always for good reason), are who WILL apply for overpriced apartments, usually because they have no real concept of how they're going to afford the rent.Turnover and vacancy are what kill you in the LTR game, and they kill you faster if you're working with a small portfolio.

Also, the diversification it affords is great. 

From my understanding, the IDR plan will factor in my income and family size, making it more affordable. 

Due to the likelihood of needing to replace AC and/or furnaces in the next 5 years, there will probably be another year or two of near zero cash flow at some point.When I bought these houses, the neighborhoods had a lot of rental homes, but were still desirable affordable neighborhoods.

@Cesar Jaramillo if you can afford it, live where you are the happiest.Good investing...

Even if they can rent your place for $250/nt all-in, can they afford the extra $2 grand+ to get there and back?

Detroit offers strong cash flow, appreciation potential, and affordability, especially if you’re interested in long-term holds.That said, where to invest ultimately comes down to your goals, experience, and where you are on your journey to financial freedom.

I have several people with lots of expeirence and money that would like to do some of their DSCR and fix in flip using their NON Profit  Charity instead of their LLC. 1 in particular is associated with Affordable Housing in Atlanta and all the rents for certain groups will be subsidized. 

And there's a 147 unit section 8 apt complex being developed as well - in an "affordable" area.