Property Basics• Type: Single-family home• Size: ~1,642 sq ft home on ~0.72 acres (31,360 sq ft lot)• Bedrooms / Bathrooms: 3 bed / 2 bath• Year Built: 1962• Features: 2-car garage, brick fireplace, large yard backing to wooded area, pier & beam foundation   2.

What about my car, as I am taking it to evaluate possible investment opportunities, etc.

First, don't buy a new car-buy a new to you car and something that is dependable and will last a long time (eg Toyota, Honda).If you retire, what are you going to live on? 

This is a condo - the setup is like a 4plex, where they all share a laundry room and each 2 units share a 2 car garage - I'd only own the 1 unit.

Think about it:A "yard sale" that runs all yearA car repair shop in the drivewayAn in-home daycareAn Airbnb rentalThese operations can lead to increased vehicle traffic, parking issues, noise complaints, and potential liability problems that you, the owner, are ultimately responsible for.

We’ve got huge companies moving in like Intel, Amazon, Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Honda, and LG, plus Ohio State University’s 68K+ students feeding the local economy.

If you have a car, you count the monthly payments, gas, insurance, repairs, etc...into the overall cost of that car, right? 

This will impact commercial loans, car loans, and equity lines (HELOCs).

Lexington has some good fundamentals, but since you’re open to out-of-state investing, I’d also recommend you take a serious look at the Memphis, TN market.Here’s why Memphis is popular with remote investors:Affordable buy-in: Plenty of solid rental properties in the $100K–$150K range.Strong rental demand: Large renter population with consistent long-term demand.Landlord-friendly laws: Easier to operate compared to many other states.Diverse economy: Logistics, healthcare, and manufacturing keep jobs stable.The key is having a reliable property management team to handle the day-to-day, which is what makes Memphis attractive to out-of-state investors who want to scale.If Memphis ever makes it onto your shortlist, I’d be glad to share more about neighborhoods that are investor-friendly and how out-of-state investors successfully build portfolios here.

U know high end cars  like owning a Mercedes is some lavish expensive car all cars are expensive these days..