You can test this on your portfolio, it holds true more often than not. 

The biggest underwriting mistake I see in multifamily is trusting the pro forma more than the in place story, so build a repeatable process that stress tests the boring stuff like expenses, reserves, capex, concessions, and your exit cap.

Two quick moves: start with one light cosmetic flip (under $20k rehab) to test your team and numbers, then recycle proceeds into a simple cash-flow rental so you build both skills and portfolio fast.What’s your target market and rough budget for that first flip?

Strong take — predictability is what actually makes operations smoother.When expectations are clear and enforced the same way every time, you get fewer disputes, less testing of boundaries and better long-term tenant behavior.

For buyers on the sidelines waiting for “the perfect moment,” appreciation risk is quietly growing.A simple example:A $500,000 home appreciating 4% = $20,000 in value in one yearThat’s real money — even in a slower economy.What This Means Right NowThe labor market is cooling, not collapsingThe Fed may get more flexibility if this trend continuesHousing demand is holding up better than headlines suggestWaiting carries real opportunity cost for buyersStrategy matters more than timing headlines.What to Watch This WeekJanuary Jobs Report (Wednesday)Consumer Price Index (Friday)Retail Sales (Tuesday)Existing Home Sales + Jobless Claims (Thursday)Quick Rate WatchMortgage bonds are testing short-term support levels.

I am currently a rookie but willing to learn, assimilate and apply the knowledge that is shared in this group.I know It's time for me to take my first steps, out to test the waters ....Nice to meet everyone!  

This is a huge kick in the teeth for landlords in the city, especially as we received dramatically increased costs through Mayor Bibb's new orders on Lead testing requirements. 

Has a free tier for testing a few deals.

My wife has passed the state test and now we are looking for a place to put licenses to become fully legal.

Bmore can be complicated on multiple fronts and it's very easy to go sideways.