If you could start investing in real estate anywhere in the US, where would it be?

[Greg N.]

Hey BP-ers!

I currently work as a consultant, and have the flexibility of living mostly anywhere in the lower 48. Aside from my day job, I'm interested in getting started in real estate investing - my current thought is to find a good market and 'househack' a duplex/triplex/quad as my first investment (and slowly build upon my portfolio of Buy&Hold properties while I work).

I'm interested in hearing your thoughts on where you would start your real estate careers - what markets and why?

Just a note - I love the outdoors, I prefer to live near the ocean (i'm from NJ after all!) and it's 100% essential that there's an airport nearby (for work). 

Looking forward to your thoughts!

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