He is correct in many aspects, but you should take content like this with a grain of salt and look at other perspectives.

So I'd take what they say with a grain of salt. 

Not having to replace them for 7-10 years down the road gives you the ability to gain equity through appreciation, and then leverage the property to cover those repair costs.5) I read listing comments with a giant grain of salt LOL.  6) One investor I know works with a builder and has his own custom floor plans (3 or 4 beds, 1500-2000 sq ft). 

Therefore, please take what I say with 1/2 a grain of salt. :) lolJust wanted to comment because I'm in the metro ATL market, and plan to BRRRR myself, so I'm learning.

Hi all, I am a resident of Salt Lake City and I am going through major listing sites trying to analyze deals while I save up and increase my earning potential in order to invest in real estate in a few years.

Lots of folks will tell you stay away from lower class areas, but I would take that with a grain of salt to an extent.

Right now, they’re looking at places like Phoenix, Colorado Springs, Salt Lake City, and all major metropolitan cities in Texas.

@Nate P.Take this with a grain of salt as I'm new as well, but I would reconsider the location.

Take that with a grain of salt, because the repair costs DO matter but depends on the type of investing.

More emphasis is put on making sure the sewer connection is rock-solid, the window seals are intact, the water heater is properly sized for the family that is expected to occupy the property.