Finding Good Rental Markets Around the Country

[Justin Calahan]

I'm looking to start investing in rental properties, however I travel 100% of the time for work. (no "Home Base") 

My current plan is to look for a duplex/ split level that I could rent out one side and use the other as a permanent tax home while I'm on the road, which would also allow for an FHA loan as well.

As investors, what do you look for in areas you don't live; such as how to find and what to look for in desirable rental markets, real estate agents, project management companies, etc. Any insight would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.