@Chris Watson, also true — I’ve seen beachfront and amenity-heavy condos outperform nearby homes when the buy-in is right.From a tax view, condos often win short term because less land = more depreciable assets under the new bonus depreciation rules.

They're probably areas you don't want to be in.

To me the best asset to be in is to have Debt.  

is it too late to get in? 

Originally posted by @Doug Martin:I am just begening in real estate investing obtaining as much knowledge as I can before I dive in.

After doing some research on which place you might want to invest in, I would figure out where and build a CORE 4 with a great realtor, contractor, property manager, and attorney.

I have until fall of 2026 before capital gains kicks in.

The other market that I have seen massive interest in is Charlotte NC. 

Tourism is steady year-round, and the buy-in is way more accessible than places like San Diego, which means investors can start seeing returns much sooner.Appreciation isn’t massive, but it’s been consistent- especially in areas close to the lake or big attractions.

Sorry for sounding redundant lol I’ve bought my last seven properties from the local Tax sale or Foreclosure sale in the two counties that I buy in.