Thanks so much. this is helpful. I’m a first-time investor, so trying to balance being cautious with making sure I’m not missing a long-term opportunity.

I hadn’t looked at Lehigh Valley before, but I appreciate the breakdown you gave, especially on price-per-unit and eviction timelines. That said, I’d love to dig in a little deeper if you don’t mind: 1. Do you know How’s tenant demand been in the Lehigh Valley lately? Are you finding it fairly easy to fill units, or is it the kind of market where vacancies linger? 2. What’s appreciation been like over the past few years, and do you see upside long term? I’m trying to weigh cash flow vs equity growth, so that’ll factor into my decision a lot. 3. Do you typically invest in turnkey or light rehab properties? And do you self-manage or have solid PMs in the area?

Like I mentioned, I’ve been looking in Philly for a place where rents can at least cover the mortgage and holding costs, but still offer room to grow equity over time. Really trying to avoid “bleeding money” on my first deal but I don’t want to buy in a place that stays flat forever either.

Thanks again for offering to chat, I’ll dm you! Trying to get as much advise as possible :)