By prioritizing fundamentals over chasing ROI benchmarks, he’s now sitting on an asset that’s appreciated 30% and maintained strong cash flow.Personally, I once miscalculated reserves on a triplex I bought early in my career.

Long term, the Austin market will do just fine with strong population and job growth.

They all had a very strong competitive advantage and focused on growing.

Plus, with $4200+ in monthly income and the option for overtime, you’re in a strong position to manage this responsibly.

Wichita seems like its a strong market.

With interest rates where they are, that could keep your cash flow strong while allowing you to scale. 

Flipping with someone experienced can be invaluable, especially when you’re new to navigating contractors and timelines.Researching Out-of-State Markets: For a duplex, consider markets like Phoenix or San Antonio - investor-friendly with strong rental demand.

A strong “Core 4” can make managing your investment remotely much smoother and prevent a lot of headaches.Also, as you narrow down cities, pay close attention to factors like job growth, population trends, landlord-tenant laws, and short-term rental regulations.Happy to connect with you, and good luck as you jump in!

I’m always open to learning and building strong, mutually beneficial relationships in this space.Looking forward to hearing from you! 

Ours is in a rural area with strong seasonality and lots of regional vacation travellers going out for a weekend or maybe a week.