Today’s S&P CoreLogic Case‑Shiller / CoreLogic Home Price numbers came in slightly stronger than expected (+0.47% MoM), showing home values continuing to climb at a steady annual pace across most major metros.

Looks like they made great inroads into the European and U.S. markets.  

Markey Headlines: Geopolitics Drive US Assets LowerU.S. markets opened the week sharply lower as President Trump’s escalating confrontation with European leaders over Greenland triggered a broad risk‑off response, pushing the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq down roughly 1.5% as investors reduced exposure to U.S. assets amid rising geopolitical uncertainty.

The reality is that most major real estate investors leverage debt which goes against what Dave Ramsey preaches. 

Even with all that growth, Columbus is still affordable enough where you can find properties in the $120k–180k range that hit the 1% rule and cash flow, which is tough to find in most major metros right now.

We were totally prepared to eat the costs of a 5 week European trip.

From an investor standpoint, what makes Columbus stand out is you can still find price points where properties can cash flow and get close to the 1% rule compared to most major metros, while still benefiting from huge macro tailwinds like population growth, job growth, and massive employer presence and expansion.

Chicago has a lot of positives overall: diversified economy, relative affordability compared to most major cities, and of course lots of things to do.

You see that in most major cities but Chicago appears to be right up there.

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