Investing in the Central Valley.

[Ariel Rodriguez]

Hello fellow investors! I've been spending my time searching for markets to invest in, specifically in California. The Central Valley area is attracting me. Properties in the areas of Fresno/Clovis and Visalia gain appreciation slow and steadily. Not too many investors on BP discussing these areas. Maybe due to the unemployment levels/ income per capita? What's so bad about the Valley? If you're reading this and happen to own property in any of these areas. What are the biggest challenges? & What is keeping you there? Thanks Ariel

[Steven Holiday]

Most of the problems are similar to everywhere else in the state.  California is not a landlord-friendly state, but the appreciation side of things makes up for the headaches.  If you want to invest in the Valley, I would certainly recommend narrowing your focus to residential, multifamily, commercial, etc.  Industrial is going to make huge gains in my opinion, but that is a national, not a regional trend.  I hope this helps.  Good Luck.