Boise’s been a great example of that over the years—it’s taught us a lot about how to spot markets with both cash flow and appreciation upside.

And yeah, getting solid intel from those who've already crushed it is the smart play.You're spot-on avoiding a cash-out refi with that sweet 2.75% rate.

If your criteria is dialed in and you're keeping an eye on new listings and what things are actually selling for, you'll be in a good spot to recognize a deal when it hits—and feel more confident making an offer.Hope that helps—good luck getting started!

First off - congrats @Rochelle Fernando - 95% of people will never even get to the spot you are currently at.  

I have been reminding them regularly about rent payments through the rental property management app. thank you so much for your support  eviction is a hassle but typically renters are like leopards where they do not change their spots...

If you do it right, it’s arguably the best market to invest.Purchase: $80k-$130kRent: $1100-$1500 (no rent control in MI)1% rule: .9%-1.4% rule dealsCoc ROI: 4-12%Total ROI: 20-40%Cash flow: $50-$250/door (after all expenses and budgeting for maint, capex, vacancy)Appreciation: 3-10%+ (has been double digit for a decade)Location: C+, B-These numbers are based on the “sweet spot” in Metro Detroit.

@Frank MartinezYou're in a great spot to start—$14K saved, two W2 incomes, and a motivated partner.

The house is located in a very high-demand neighborhood and has great visibility.This is a completely new experience for me so please excuse my naivete, just want to be prepared and identify any potential blind spots I'm not thinking of.Thank you in advance for your feedback! 

But eaither way, it puts you in a great spot to save for future investments.

People who did it wrong and weren't able to execute.If you do it right, it’s arguably the best market to invest.Purchase: $80k-$130kRent: $1100-$1500 (no rent control in MI)1% rule: .9%-1.4% rule dealsCoc ROI: 4-12%Total ROI: 20-40%Cash flow: $50-$250/door (after all expenses and budgeting for maint, capex, vacancy)Appreciation: 3-10%+ (has been double digit for a decade)Location: C+, B-These numbers are based on the “sweet spot” in Metro Detroit.