Picking a market for my first deal

[Martin Fields]

Looking to buy my first deal, most likely a single family turn key property with positive cash flow. I live in Washington D.C. and considering Baltimore and Philadelphia as target markets. What are the key indicators you look at when picking a market for your first deal?

[Benjamin Seibert]

@Martin Fields there are a few solid areas nearby. Baltimore is okay depending on the area you're investing in and your criteria. I would also look into Frederick and Brunswick MD. Frederick is a rapidly growing area that has a great downtown. Brunswick is growing due to proximity to the MARC line.