@Nathan Langdon you have to protect yourself while also mitigating your risk.

There are reasons it has appreciate so much.OOS investing brings its own risks, in my opinion, and/or additional costs to attempt to mitigate (read travel costs a few times per year to check up on).  

It's those maniacs that buy homes cash via quit claim deed off of craigslist that really get screwed.Make sure your property manager is a licensed real estate brokerage.Understand you can not eliminate all risk, only mitigate it.

Interest rates are the only unknown and I think that is mitigated by the fact the product is a UL at its core AND I personally use it as a "Magic Checking Account".

There is definitely risk to putting 5% down payments, but I also bought down the interest rate and paid points to give me the lowest mortgage payment with that down payment to mitigate that risk. 

FWIW I also do professional termite inspection and mitigation.

This proactive approach not only fosters a positive landlord-tenant relationship but also creates an opportunity to collaboratively find solutions and potentially mitigate future expenses.Encourage open and transparent communication with your team, and assure them that you are committed to working collaboratively to find a mutually beneficial solution.

By staying vigilant and conducting regular audits, businesses can mitigate risks, streamline operations, and ultimately enhance their bottom line.Forecasting and Planning for Future Expenses:a.

Unlike pricier markets, where high borrowing costs can deter buyers and potentially lead to declining property values, the affordable nature of Oklahoma's real estate mitigates the adverse effects of higher interest rates.

Depending on the size, you can be into it for 20-40k all said and done.There are ways to mitigate a lot of that expense with quality used USA made furniture etc.