Your personal finances will play into your decision to sell, rent it, or live there for a few years.

You'll find solid cap rates (8–10%) and opportunities for value-add plays.

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That’s the kind of leverage you earn after 5,000+ doors.Most folks don’t have that kind of network or history, which is why I’ve been building a tool that helps level the playing field.

A lot of them are trust fund babies wanted to play real estate. 

How much do these numbers impact your strategy—especially when it comes to choosing between appreciation vs. cash flow plays?

@Ken M.Totally agree with your take — especially the point that affordability, not just rates, is what’s driving this freeze in the market.From the commercial side, we’re seeing a similar dynamic play out, just with different numbers.

I am getting the feeling that the play is appreciation here.I am also looking at doing STR in the Midtown/Montrose area for cash flow.  

At the time, I just wanted to go play with my friends or enjoy summer like a “normal” kid (whatever that means!)