Hopefully along the way your properties appreciate, you pay down debts  (mortgages) from operating income, and you get market appreciation on what you can rent each unit for - giving you more income each month. 

Evaluate the rental market in your area to determine the optimal configuration for maximizing rental income.The choice between using cash flow from your current house to cover expenses or pay off the mortgage faster depends on your long-term financial goals and risk tolerance.

Most buyers don't have the money to come in with to pay down payments, plus commissions in this market, so I don't expect a lot to change.

I'm interested in knowing what the 1) Townhome (TH) rental market AND 2) room rentals are like in Hyattsville, MD (20781) and College Park (20782), specifically: For TH and Individual rooms rentals:- The demographics of those who rent (e.g. students, starter families, commuters, etc.) and behaviors/preference.- Going rate for TH and individual rooms- Demand and saturation levels (how long does it take to rent), length of stay, etc.- Other market trends about the areas TH and individual room rentability - Frequency of renting versus selling in the areaI look forward to the insights you all share!

I know the market fluctuates and that can be a factor, but generally speaking.

Off market deal that I was approached on by someone I have done deals with in the past.

I know Austin; I don't know other markets.

Our town just did a revaluation and got close to 100% but the market constantly changes and prices continue to trend upwards meaning the 100% valuation is likely already not accurate.

San Jose is obviously a tough market to start in for cash flow - are you looking at any remote investing markets/strategies?

I like the Ocala market but not sure if this is a good opportunity and if the Ocala market is a good one for REI.