Properties in rent controlled areas tend to have stronger appreciation due to the housing shortage caused by rent control 

The secondary or in some cases the primary part was to avoid maintenance calls in effect causing higher cost and thereby the BRRRB was not a success in reality, although on paper it appears it was.Great point!!!

These run for weeks, causing mold and structural rot that insurance often denies as "gradual damage."2.

It causes my skin to crawl just by typing that.  

It was under contract and then they backed out, causing more grief and driving down trust.

What is far more important is the skillls to see cause and effect.  

Household2 adults (married couple)No smokingNo evictionsLarge dog (Airedale)CreditApplicant credit score: 682Recent dip explained by medical expenses (dog surgeries) causing higher utilizationPreviously mid-700sIncome / EmploymentPrimary applicant has multiple income streams: self-employed (Etsy), yoga instructor, Shipt, UberHusband currently not working due to immigration status (Australian, awaiting work permit)Income is somewhat non-traditional but diversifiedMother is willing to co-sign and would meet income requirementsProperty ConsiderationsHome has hardwood floorsConcern about potential wear from large dogPlanning pet addendum, deposit/pet rent, and move-in documentationMy Current ThinkingConsidering approval with conditions:Verified income and credit for co-signerSigned guarantor agreementPet addendum + deposit or pet rentStandard lease termWould you move forward with this tenant?

The residential rental market in Maricopa County has continued to soften following its pandemic-era peak. According to data from Apartment List, shared by The Cromford Report on January 12, 2026, median rents have plu...

I do feel that California has better appreciation and the Prop. 13 benefits (property tax only goes up 2% a year, unless you do a significant renovation causing a reassessment). 

Causing me to double pay it and have a late fee.