Since they can't make the nut, the seller has a choice: Bring the nut to them, or continue to hold and carry the costs of the house.So, no, not a recession as any normal person would define the term.I think there's a difference between "won't buy" and "can't buy."

That said, I still think short-term rentals are an excellent investment choice over the long-term.  

Much different and beneficial opportunity.

On the way to those 10 years, you may question the choice of investment.I believe there are numerous more passive options to diversify that can project similar returns as non value add residential RE investing.Good luck

Professional-level reporting that’s easy to export for accounting and tax prepOther platforms we’ve tried:Hemlane – A solid choice for landlords who want to stay hands-on but need help coordinating leasing and repairs.Doorloop – Clean interface and easy to use, but we ultimately switched back to Buildium for the deeper integration capabilities and more robust accounting tools. 

Wow great choices thank you

@Arthur Luay At age 40, if your goal is to save for a down payment on your first long-term rental, the best option depends on your timeline and risk tolerance—but here's how each choice stacks up: A savings account offers safety and liquidity but earns minimal interest.

But what choice do you have?  

Unfortunately people who aren't financially stable or make poor choices will struggle more than those who are stable and make good choices regardless of market happenings.

Aligning with your property manager and building a strong relationship could be beneficial.