Plus, that is the cheapest that money will ever be for you.  2.65% interest rate? 

and 5 years is a long window for things to change in ways we don't expect (lower interest rates maybe??).

Although the Joshua additional demand is smaller, it is closer to DFW, which means its rental rates will be higher. 

This works with any type of appreciating property such as real estate, stocks, etcDepending on the appreciation rate, you can potentially see asset values double every 7-14 years.Likely around 7 years if the appreciation rate is 8%Likely around 14 years if the appreciation rate is 4%If you buy something for $100,000 and it appreciates to $200,000, you can potentially take a loan on the $100,000 appreciation which would not be considered a taxable event.However, be mindful that you are paying interest on the loan and you have to payback the loan but yes, it would not add on to your taxable income.

Maintenance and potential repairs will also require a long-term financial plan and setting aside a contingency fund for such expenses.The steady cash flow, appreciation over time, and tax benefits can make a meaningful difference to your wealth in the long term, especially with the principal paydown on the mortgage.However, if managing the property from a distance feels too burdensome, or if you’d prefer the certainty and flexibility that comes with having less debt (especially given the high mortgage rates), selling and using the $100,000 in equity to reduce your loan for your next home may be the smarter move.

It's mostly a joke.I think it did good - the influencer who opines regularly on cap rates, interest rates, the Fed, inflation, and is generally an economist, or even a bit of a philosopher, probably does alright! 

I suggest keeping track of these key features which range from cap rate to, cash flow, ROI, and asset comparison.

This, in turn, allows for higher rental rates or quicker sales, directly impacting the ROI.I could remember when an investor purchased an old, three-story commercial building at  a bustling downtown area.

Best Websites to Analyze Markets for Cash FlowBiggerPockets Rent Estimator – Rent projectionsRoofstock – Market insights and turnkey optionsZillow, Redfin – Home prices & trendsRentometer – Rent comparisonsNeighborhoodScout, City-Data – Crime rates, job growth, demographicsLook for affordable home prices, population/job growth, low taxes, landlord-friendly laws, and strong rent-to-price ratios (aim for 0.8%-1%).3.

This for us is preferred over seller financed deals as we can do 65% LTV, 800 credit with someone who has net work 2x+ loan and get double digit rates. 3.