Long-time paramedic, getting my size 16 feet into the water providing safe and affordable rentals to those that need it. 

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐰𝐨-𝐓𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐈𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞For years, Americans flocked from expensive Northern markets to the South and West in search of affordability and opportunity. 

For Ohio, I’d definitely recommend taking a look at Columbus—it’s one of the hottest markets in the region with strong population and job growth, tons of major companies moving in like Intel, Amazon, Google, and Honda, and still very affordable entry prices where you can find deals that hit the 1% rule in the $120–180K range.

I would love to be a resource for you as a lender, and I actually also have a masters in mental health counseling.

It’s still affordable with properties in the $120–180K range that hit the 1% rule and cash flow, and the appreciation has been really strong because of all the development.

This plays into the affordability issues for tenants by allowing them to live in nicer neighborhoods for less money, yet I get monthly revenue comparable to short-term rentals.The BRRRR is alive and well.

I've decided to wait it out until I can comfortably afford a multifamily.

I think hearing real experiences from local investors would be super valuable for those of us looking into affordable/shared housing strategies in Houston.Appreciate any insights or stories you can share!

Ideally Health & Safety or Rents & Profits in CA, TX, AZ, NV.Thanks in advance!

For aspiring investors and buyers, rate volatility raises uncertainty about deal timing and affordability.