Challenges: Rates puts pressure on cash flows nationally so I see a lot of investors having success with flips, but I still find the occasional investors who are still able to acquire rentals in this market.Investors who pay cash or have locked in financing at < 3% can keep rents low.

The Fed is likely to interpret the labor market deterioration as a signal to begin a string of cuts, barring an extremely low CPI print on Thursday.Forecasting bond performance remains challenging amid persistent macro uncertainty, unresolved tariff impacts, and key inflation data still to come.

He mentioned this house — and made a face when describing the tenant, calling her “a little old lady with an attitude.”

Then there are the challenges with Section 8 tenants paying utilities and taking care of their rental property.

Share stories about your successes AND challenges.

What challenges have you faced as a note holder?

One thing I see often is how challenging it can be for out-of-state investors to manage rehabs from afar.Some common issues I notice:Contractors missing deadlines when no one’s on-site.Budgets creeping up with surprises.Quality issues that aren’t caught until the end.I’d love to connect with other investors who are working in Indy or considering it.

What are the biggest challenges you face when sourcing properties in Phoenix right now?

But honestly, they’d face the same challenges with any other insurance company.

Its easy for a borrower to walk away from a difficult project if they don't have any cash tied up - this creates challenges for lenders who aren't always set up to take over the investment.I've seen plenty of 100% financing offers in FB groups but presume many of them are illegitimate.