@Mitch JonesPersonally I see every ridiculous government legislative roadblock as a reason why others will drop out/ fail.

I am learning a lot from reading the forums but it hasn't necessarily helped me make up my decision, and if anything, has made me more uncertain.

@Chris SeveneyThe Socialists use COVID and the like to pass legislation to weaken property rights and further their agenda of destroying private property and instituting state property ownership.In 1947 NYC, using the post war housing shortage as an excuse, instituted the “temporary” measure of rent control. 70+ years later the temporary measure, as well as a companion measure instituted in1971 is still in effect, with the effect of having provided a transfer of wealth from property owners to tenants.

We focus mainly in the midwest and SE with our investments where there are landlord friendly legislation, low taxes, economic stability/diversity, population growth, reasonable home prices that allow for cash flow but still have appreciation. 

Most of the inventory available at my price point, both according to my realtor and an earnest workthrough of the FHA checklist, did not have a chance at surviving FHA appraisal without major and/or uncertain repairs that would otherwise render the investment too risky.This home was listed as-is and the home owner made it clear she was not going to put any work or repairs into the home. 

I know that timing the market is an ineffective strategy, but with all of the political promises to lower housing prices, do you think it may be wise to wait until after those policies are legislated?

Compare this to any city and the Midwest and it becomes even more impressive that Columbus is exploding right now....we're the only city in the Midwest to experience growth during COVID-19...still retain AAA Bond ratings across the board, have a maxed out rainy day fund and a windfall of tax revenue.Columbus is becoming a hotbed of tech startups to include Olive (AI), Cover My Meds, Root insurance, and Path Robotics...Sequoia Capital has entered our city and providing venture capital for the first time in its history.Bottom lineProperties are still very affordable when compared to national pricesRents are starting to keep pace with purchase priceTop 3 landlord friendly state with no legislation on the horizon to change thisExplosive and sustainable job and population growthUnbelievable appreciation...30% year over price appreciation in entire zip codes is commonOh, and we're insulated from natural disasters...plenty of fresh water...and improving infrastructure 

I am uncertain why I should allow these children to live with someone who is unrelated to them and be potentially liable in a future for their well being.

Is this legal under current legislation? 

How else can I hedge against this uncertain market?