Quote from @Renee Adams: Love hearing this — Lake Hartwell is such a gem, and a great example of how true vacation rentals are in a different league from your average “Airbnb” house hack or spare room.You’re spot on: that early buy-in makes a huge difference today — lower basis, great location, loyal repeat guests.

Quote from @Syed Ahmed: It’s true,  the Oregon Coast is becoming a hidden gem for STR investors who know how to spot value before the buzz hits.

3 to 4 unit multifamily buildings are gems.

My plan coming in was to quickly privately sell 2 - 3 of these first and make some capital before I start holding, but when you get to buy 40% under market value, the opportunity is just too good.BTW, The expert I have in Pitt, who is pointing out all the gems for me at the sheriff auction and then also selling them off for me to his 300+ clients. 

Things like extended eviction timelines, rent control policies, and strict regulations can seriously cut into your cash flow and peace of mind.Here’s a better path for you as a new investor exploring turnkeys: Look into landlord-friendly markets with:* Strong rent-to-price ratios* Affordable entry points* Solid property management infrastructure* Consistent rental demandTop Turnkey-Friendly Markets to Consider:Birmingham, AL* Low property taxes, strong rental demand* High cash flow potential* Reliable turnkey operators and property managersIndianapolis, IN* Steady appreciation and affordable inventory* Turnkey-friendly with a large investor network* Very landlord-friendlyCleveland or Columbus, OH* Excellent cash flow markets* Very active turnkey providers* Property taxes are moderate, laws are landlord-favorableAugusta or Macon, GA* Hidden gems for investors* Good rent-to-value ratios* Georgia is very investor-friendlyNext Steps:* Start researching these markets through BiggerPockets and YouTube walkthroughs from real turnkey providers.* Analyze deals weekly, even if you're not buying yet.* Interview turnkey companies and property managers to build a team before investing.You're asking the right questions at the right time.

Hey @Gralin Minter (and @Giovanni Javier), welcome to the BP Forum!

@Giovanni Javier great write up! 

Is your area becoming more saturated with investors, or are there still hidden gems?

These loans are perfect for your situation since they focus on property cash flow, not personal income.Markets where I’ve seen good returns:Cleveland, OH – Solid cash flow, strong Section 8 play if managed rightMemphis, TN – Tons of investor inventory, good DSCR potential, just vet the neighborhoods carefullyColumbus, GA – Another under-the-radar gem: strong rental demand due to Fort Moore (military base), decent cash flow, and properties in the $150K–$200K range that work well for DSCRWith your mindset, I have no doubt you’ll get that first deal done. 

I’ve been out of town and just catching up now.Really appreciate you taking the time to share all of these gems!