@Chris Mason is spot on as usual. 

@Helena Lee, I do not have experience with it, BUT I would expect to pay capital gains on the bitcoin. 

I'd be happy to make connections over similar goals, and to learn about tax info for DC, great spots to buy, and trends for rentals.

Last tip, look in the spots where it's hard to see what they have done.

Quote from @Mike Grudzien: If it's an RV "stopping spot" on the way to some tourist area far away, no. 

The stock market, gold, Bitcoin, and most real estate are all at all-time highs.

I've always been interested in real estate and I am finally in the spot where I can think about investing.I have yet to narrow down my niche, would love to STR a SFH, but definitely open to longer term rentals, depending on the area.

I wasn't really certain of specific desirable spots nor the typical market rents and such for various units.

Posting in the right spot helps you get the best answers.📜 Know the rules – No "deal-making" in the forums (that means no advertising, pitching services, or looking for partners).

You can point out spots like nail holes where they hung pictures, dirty spots in the apartment needing cleaning, blown outlets they are overusing, etc.