Investing in areas with little data

[Matthew Hermann]

Hey guys,

I'm totally new to the investing process and wanted to start near where I work for my first rental.

I'm currently located in central/northeast PA and there is a dearth of great rentals and data regarding the market.

The broker I'm working with said that usually rentals go very quick. When I look at the typical properties they are single families/duplexes built in 1900 with many dated features.

Has anyone had the opportunity in a similar market? If so, what drove you to decide to invest or invest elsewhere?