I can relate in that I am not aiming for "doors", but for financial freedom, in as few properties and as simple processes as possible.

The city benefits from stable employment sectors like healthcare and education.Challenges include older housing stock needing repairs, slower economic growth, and stricter local codes, so due diligence is key.

Where these numbers are found, there is a very high rate of rent actually being paid.We have over a dozen Fortune 500 companies just in Metro Detroit with huge Healthcare, Auto, and mortgage industry National footprints.

The goal is to achieve and maintain financial freedom.

@Bruce Lynn More recently, furnished finder is trying to move out of the just health care space but you do tend to get alot of health care professionals who are out of touch with the rise in rents or regional differences in rents.

For the rentals mostly looking in areas that are considered "cities" and/or close to healthcare (Staunton, Waynesboro, Fishersville). 

.✅ Why I like the Columbia market right now:Steady population growth (thanks to the University of South Carolina, healthcare, and military presence)Strong rental demand with limited new inventoryI’ve been seeing traction with new construction rental products, in both Richland and Lexington counties. 

I recently joined BiggerPockets because I want to learn how to build financial freedom—first for my parents, and then for myself. 

I love your focus-value-add, creative financing, and long-term growth are smart strategies.If you're targeting strong rental returns in lower-crime areas, definitely explore markets like:Ocala/Citrus Springs, FL – steady growth and landlord-friendlyColumbus, GA (especially North Columbus) – solid military and healthcare tenant baseMemphis suburbs like Bartlett or Cordova – better tenant quality and appreciationNortheast Albuquerque, NM – good schools, low vacancyAkron/Canton, OH – underrated with strong rent-to-price ratiosBirmingham, AL – particularly areas like Hoover, Irondale, and Trussville offer better schools, lower crime, and still-accessible price pointsYou can always do your own due diligence on the markets on websites like niche.com as well.Your ops and customer service background is a huge asset, especially when dealing with property managers or self-managing.Always here to help and discuss markets more in depth or run deal scenarios side by side :-)Best of luck!

I’m 18 years old and interested in getting into property management and real estate as a way to build financial freedom at a young age.