My take: caution is smart, but the best opportunities are usually found in uncertain markets.

Yeah, sticking to your application and screening criteria is key, especially when something feels off or uncertain.

Are you stuck in the cycle of renting—or watching tenants do the same—while feeling uncertain about stepping into ownership from the investor side?

Even in expensive markets, being disciplined with underwriting and cash management usually beats chasing uncertain side hustles.

In its place, rental housing, particularly smaller multi-family units, may become increasingly important in meeting the nation’s housing needs.Even though the economy feels uncertain, multi-family housing is usually one of the steadier parts of real estate.

My last rehab I had 2 separate contractors that did not complete their commitment (unusual and the second was the replacement for the first). 

In real estate, ChatGPT "quick, straightforward answers" will get you sued.Someone I buy properties at a discount for, ran into a legal problem that was unusual for him.

That means you have to hire an attorney with uncertain outcomes.5.

Going dark is not unusual if that's the case.

Bunch of poor info in here tonight which is unusual...regardless, OP read belowI've been in this position for awhile - so the first thing to know is that there is STILL a BENEFIT.