Estimating Rents

[Michael G.]

Besides using something like Rent-O-Meter (which I don't really trust) and Craigslist postings, how do the folks around here figure out accurate monthly rental rates for new investing areas?

Thanks in advance.....

[Jon Holdman]

Drive the area and look for for rent signs. Call the number and have a chat. Between that and craigslist postings, you should be able to come up with a number.