What are your thoughts investing in cities with drug problem?

[Armel Bayot]

Doing some research regarding the cities I'm planning to dive in for out of state investment property and came across these articles. Any tips when investing in cities with drug problem?

https://www.monarchshores.com/drug-addiction/10-cities-with-worst-drug-problems

https://www.cnbc.com/2019/07/10/how-ohio-is-coping-with-high-opioid-overdose-rate-slamming-its-economy.html

Thanks!

[Sheldon Zimmerman]

I'd recommend knowing your market as well. But there is a drug problem in every city. The best thing is to have a team that screens your tenants well. But even that might not catch it if someone becomes addicted over time. I would just know the market and area you want to invest and that will help in this matter. I would not invest in an area with high drug problems personally.