If you've traveled and stayed in a Motel 6, Budget Inn, or the Marriott, you have a pretty good idea of the differences in quality and amenities and can choose accordingly.

The city where you invest determines all long-term income characteristics.Many people choose cities with low property prices or follow recommendations for specific cities.

Investing in real estate through a self-directed IRA, a Solo 401(k) like Aaron mentioned, or even certain life insurance policies can be a smart way to grow your money while keeping taxes low.

(Your wife thinks of this as low risk because you aren't borrowing.

So Doorvest is getting everything that produces a high return and you get the aspects of real estate investing that have low a return. 

Charlotte > Houston and PhiladelphiaA lot of fortune 500 companies are building new offices in Charlotte.Weather is greatThe state tax rate is decreasing(and overall considered low)The city has a high end airportCharlotte, in my opinion, has the opportunity to be a large city(maybe not on the level of NYC, LA, San Francisco) but just a level below.

Is there a specific reason why you're choosing Tampa.

Now what if it was a $1m condo with very low land value?  

Remember, most sellers are buyers, so these are people choosing to purchase a home at a little over 6%.

I think its over saturation........ they are still desirable areas and people are traveling but A LOT more to choose from and it drives the prices down.