A, B, C, D Neighborhoods Explained - Where Smart Investors Actually Buy

Should you buy rental property in a nicer neighborhood or a rougher one with more cash flow? In this video, Thach breaks down the four types of neighborhoods every real estate investor needs to know: A, B, C, and D. With real-life examples straight from Seattle, he shares the pros and cons of investing in each — and how to build wealth with peace of mind.

Whether you're wholesaling, flipping, or buying rentals, this video will help you choose the right area and avoid costly mistakes.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ What A, B, C, and D neighborhoods really mean (and who defines them)
✅ Why A-class areas often make poor rental investments
✅ The hidden risks of investing in D-class neighborhoods
✅ Why C-class neighborhoods are great for beginners
✅ How B-class areas offer the best balance of cash flow and appreciation
✅ Thach’s personal investing strategy and neighborhood game plan

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About Thach Nguyen:
Thach Nguyen came to America as a homeless refugee from Vietnam in 1975. Since then, he’s become a multi-millionaire, CEO & Founder of Thach Real Estate Group, and principal of Springboard to Wealth. Over the last 30+ years, he’s built 300+ homes, completed 100+ flips, and now owns 100+ rental properties—bringing in over $100K/month in passive income.

He’s helped over 1,500 families become homeowners and now mentors the next generation of real estate investors to build wealth through real estate.

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Timestamp:
0:00 – Should You Buy in a Nice or Rough Neighborhood?
0:32 – What Are A, B, C, D Neighborhoods?
1:05 – "A" Neighborhoods
2:35 – Why Thach Doesn’t Invest in A-Class Rentals
3:06 – "D" Neighborhoods
4:25 – Why "D" Rentals Are Risky
6:03 – "C" Neighborhoods
7:00 – Why "C" Is the Best Starting Point
8:00 – "B" Neighborhoods
9:40 – The Power of Upzoning in B Areas
11:00 – Real-Life Example: Thach’s Townhouse Project
12:15 – Why "B" Rentals Outperform
13:00 – Neighborhood Retail & Why It Matters
13:45 – Final Advice: Where to Invest
14:13 – Call to Action