Also, is it landlord friendly as compared to Columbus, OH?

Louis has strong cash flow opportunities compared to many other markets, and I’m excited to keep learning from those who are actively building here.If you’re investing in STL (especially buy-and-hold, BRRRR), I’d love to connect.

It also touches on RMD starting age elements and additional tax rules affecting early distributions.

How do I compare a 3 bedroom 2 bath against comps for rental income? 

Because if you used the "comparable homes" in the area...your value and the appraiser's value should be pretty close. 

A lot of investors like it because it’s straightforward and focused on current returns compared to cash invested. 

The system learns over time which guests actually need help vs which ones just cant find the TV remote.Cost is minimal compared to what we were losing in sleep quality and response time.

It also has great access to both I-80 and Highway 49 running through it, making it easy to get to Sacramento and surrounding towns.From what I can tell, this area seems a bit overlooked compared to other parts of Northern California, which could mean good upside over time.Does this community look like a good entry-level investment?

Deals are trading, but sellers are generally more negotiable and realistic, especially compared to 2021–2022.

Hi everyone,As I’ve been spending more time reviewing deals, I’ve noticed that estimating ARV consistently can be one of the biggest challenges for newer investors.One approach that has helped me is focusing primarily on nearby recent sold comps rather than active listings or asking prices.I usually look for:• Similar square footage• Comparable bed/bath count• Close proximity to the subject property• Recent sales that reflect current market conditionsSmall differences in condition or micro-location can shift value more than expected, so tightening comps first often makes the rest of the deal math much clearer.Curious how others here approach ARV when analyzing potential deals.