When the market is dead, don't try to force it. 

Don't know if buying anything right now is the best game plan, but the interest rates are a driving force for me right now.

The timekeeping and documentation requirements to create accountability with a remote work force further compound the inefficiency/distracted at home issue.

@Damian Smith, Fear of the unknown is a powerful force for sure. 

Renters need something quick and easy to fill out on their phone and not something that forces them to a computer and saving documents.

While table 1 shows civilian labor force and unemployment".

I do feel like i was also trying to force my first deal. 

Let's say instead of buying a turnkey with 20% down (no forced appreciation) and managing yourself netting $250 a month per door, you buy off market add equity and outsource management but only cashflow $100 a month.

This keeps people from adding unqualified tenants/guest, and the price forces them not to ignore the rule as it would get really expensive if they moved to many friends into the property. 

these 2 factors will help be a deciding force in your decision.