All Forum Posts by: Account Closed

Hello, everyone.

In my previous post I asked how to analyze markets. Some people advised me look into Indianapolis, so I did research on it. What throws me off is that it says that city is experiencing slowest population growth over the last 3 decades. Also, crime date is higher than national average. So I am a bit confused. Am I missing something here? Other than that, Indianapolis seems good to me. Is there anything else in particular I should pay attention to besides stuff like income, job growth, population growth? Also, any thoughts on Fort Wayne? Seems better place to invest than Indianapolis. Thank you.

@Jotham Busfield@Brian Garlington @Mike D'Arrigo @Jorge Ruiz @Chris G. Thank you everyone for being helpful! 

@Mike Ventura Probably because they are relatively close to me.

@Steve Bracero  Thank you. Definitely out of state.

@Spencer Brett Thank you. Much appreciated.

Hello everyone! I am just starting out in RE., and would appreciate your help. I currently live in Brooklyn, NY. and consider buying 4 unit multifamily property out of state. Probably something like New Jersey, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland. I would like to get your help on analyzing markets. What is the first thing you look at when research a market and where do you look it up? Do you pay attention at vacancy rates, job openings, crime data, school districts? Also, what is the best place to look at deals? Is it Loopnet, MLS, broker or something else? Thank you.