If you can figure out the direct to seller model you can make those numbers work easily but if you’re short on time it may take a little longer to find a real deal.To that point last year we picked up an occupied duplex in delco for $53,500 and sold to @Rich O'Neill in your ballpark I’m not sure what the appraised value was at the time but if I had to guess it was ~125-150.If you’re looking in the city for a Duplex you’re acquisition is lower and depending on the area your rents can be pretty healthy with lower taxes.

I am concerned with ultra low interest rates that our demand is not driven by healthy growth, i.e. economic and population, but rather on speculation and low interest rates making debt easier to manage.

There are pros and cons of each submarket but if you're planning to eventually move here, I suggest choosing one where the opportunity fits your lifestyle as well as your real estate investing goals. 

Some may come back, but many will get used to the low cost of living, great weather, & lifestyle. 

This could allow you to earn healthy returns and take advantage of some great tax benefits, while you also learn the business.

Stay healthy and have a good rest of your week, go chiefs! 

Overturning the disease could solve multiple problems for you, most importantly her health! I

Eventually, the traveling nomad lifestyle will be prevalent.

Your question can be answered by your goals and lifestyle.

But, baseline just use his numbers and add a healthy contingency on top.