New to U.S. Real Estate – Need Advice on Investing & Choosing the Right City

[Caleb Chow]

Hey everyone,

I’m new to real estate investing in the U.S. and planning to buy properties in the near future for rental income. Since I’m not based in the US, I want to make sure I’m making smart decisions when choosing a city and property to invest in.

I’d really appreciate any tips on:

• How to evaluate if a city is a good market for rental properties

• Key factors to look for in a strong rental market (job growth, population trends, etc.)

• Any red flags to watch out for when investing remotely

• Best ways to manage properties from a distance

Additionally, I’m looking for books, podcasts, or online resources to help improve my knowledge. If you have any recommendations, please share!

Some I’ve come across so far:

• Podcasts: BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast, The Real Estate Guys Radio Show

• Websites & Tools: BiggerPockets forums, Roofstock, Redfin, Zillow, City-Data

If you have experience investing in different cities or managing rentals remotely, I’d love to hear your insights! Any help is greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!