My recommendation would be to engage an investment property focused realtor (not a general residential realtor) and let that person guide you through the process from pre-qualification to market/property valuation and selection. 

I buy houses in the Memphis market.
Terry Clothier REI Nation

If you're going to start in a market you're eventually going to live in, I think that's a stronger case for that market."

I chose to invest in 1272 Lakins Rd, Etna, due to its potential in a growing market.

Pre-foreclosure - homeowners are desperate to avoid foreclosure and they quitclaim deed the title to some XYZ organization , person, or to a lawyer that specializes in foreclosure defense.

Hi, I was wondering if there's any good reliable places to market tenant in place + management in place properties. 

There are many factors, as with any real estate market:(1) Location. 

The Latest OTM episode calls out some markets that I've been hearing about for a while, ie Dallas, but one specifically that caught my ear....

Which market do you have experience in and how is your experience working remotely with your real estate team in the area?  

Any tips for navigating the competition in such a hot market?