Or we've also been exploring moving to a district with a better high school for the kids in a few years and turning the current place into a rental.

To succeed, focus on properties in high-demand neighborhoods like Pecan Grove or Aliana, and ensure your cash flow analysis accounts for high property taxes, potential HOA restrictions, and flood insurance costs.

And I will stay in my condo until I can afford to buy a bigger place.However, with high interest rates, I’m reconsidering.

I'd highly recommend Matt Scott and his services to those that are serious about raising money.Jorge

Focus on long-term rentals in affordable markets with reliable cash flow, and steer clear of high-cost flips, lower-class properties, or overleveraging in areas that rely solely on appreciation.Good luck!

Without the high leverage you reduce the top source of return in CA RE which is achieve via the appreciation on a high leverage property.  

BiggerPockets also has a calculator to analyze deals, and I highly recommend you start this as soon as possible, even if you are not ready to buy.

Think I better clarify - this isn't an altruistic attempt to help VRBO 😄, but rather a hope that it might result in a higher overall booking rate if both platforms perform at a high level

I highly agree that coaching or even just joining a group that can help you learn the ins and outs, is worth every dollar.

Look to high-growth markets that stand to benefit from Bessent’s plans, especially areas tied to increased oil production or infrastructure expansion.