Try to track days on market and price trends to see how well an area is selling.There is a housing shortage in general, so every house will eventually be a home.

They focus on operations, and if they have 15+ yr track records, they have all the investors they need when they find good deals.  

I hope I am on the right track. 

When people express concerns about starting an Airbnb in smaller markets, it genuinely amuses me, as this experience has proven that success is not limited by location.

This is important because it keeps you from missing out on the electronic expenses that are a little more difficult to keep track of.

Property owners get an annual update on their SEV & Taxable Values with their city property tax bill, typically sent in December.So now, the city assessor tracks the SEV, but homeowners are taxed based upon the capped Taxable Value.

2.For purchases made on a credit card, is it best to use separate cards, or are there good methods for tracking expenses by property?

In Reno, NV we have an economic development authority that actively recruits companies from CA (Tesla) and tracks job and demographic data.  

Timing economic condutions has proven futile whether stocks, futures, or real estate.enjoy the ride friends. 

It’s flexible and can help you fund deals quickly.Lease Options: Similar to “rent-to-own,” you control a property with minimal upfront costs and can potentially get a cut of the appreciation if you decide to buy it later.Lines of Credit: If you already own a property with equity, a HELOC or business line of credit can give you accessible funds for down payments or renovation costs.House Hacking: This might sound basic, but if you haven’t tried it, it can be a fast track to building up rental income and experience without a ton of cash down.