Prices are too high. 

Based on the property history, and the area, if that has a strong potential of happening, then I'm interested.The property must also CF high enough to recover my cost (DP) within that same time period. 

Amidst a significant downturn in commercial property values, private investors (particularly high-net-worth individuals and family offices) are seizing the opportunity emerging as the dominant force accounting for 60% of deals over the past two years.

Look at areas with high rental demand, possibilities for capital growth, and properties that fit investment objectives.

I am not a fan for increasing density in highly desirable areas just because people want to live there. 

I also have thought of the CD plus some money market/high yield savings.Thank you!

Did you every find a quality management company?

Tesla is building a semi truck factory and multiple data centers are bringing high paying jobs and diversifying the economy.  

When you start opening up old houses you'll find problems that need to be addressed if you want to deliver a high-quality product to the end user.

Over inflated ARVs and highly under estimated rehabs.