I initially looked into Baltimore, but after some research, I noticed the population has been steadily declining, so I’m not feeling as confident about that market. 

The tax benefits refer to the tax deductions from mortgage interest and property tax.The returns mainly rely on appreciation, and the cash flow only improves in the last few years, also depending on securing the 5% refinance rate.I've learned a lot from this forum, but as I start to operate on my own, I'm still not completely confident.

Do any of you have some advice for this initial flip?

Hi all,Happy New Year! Just purchased my first STR in Sevierville, TN. Closed mid-December and was able to get two bookings for the holidays. I know January and February are slow months, but looking for suggestions to...

Initially you can interview and find the one that fits your needs.

Options like a unique amortization schedule or a 3/2/1 or 2/1 stepdown interest rate could provide initial relief to get you through the renovation phase while giving the seller confidence in a structured payoff plan.To determine an entry point, consider reducing the price based on the current NOI.

The initial delivery was Nov of 2019. 

Same day auctions of course are not going to be possible for a lender to lend on the initial purchase but you can often get the same hard money purchase terms right after closing if you're able to buy in cash

To gain investor confidence, ensure the investment property numbers are real, use the most common contract forms in your state (versus a 2 or 3-page) internet/guru contract form) with appropriate addenda, or an attorney-drafted form and attorney-drafted assignment agreement.

.• Retirement communities• Syndicates (from initial explorations, little transparency from providers, little oversight - almost leap of faith and trust in provider?)