People are going to give you a lot of specifics on population growth, numbers, etc, but in my opinion the real answer with investing out of state is where can I invest in a place that helps me achieve my financial goals without increasingly my headaches dramatically. 

If I had to guess, the cost of building on the higher portion of the lot is most likely not worth the slight boost you might get in value from having a better view.

The difference in the actual drawer tray size is dramatic, and you don't get cornerhooked by the frames on your plates or pots. the actual space in a 12 or 15" framed drawer is tiny. 

Adding an umbrella policy could boost your liability coverage, but it won't replace landlord's insurance.

With $50k in a CHEAP market that is still possible although increasingly difficult, but with successful BRRRRS, each iteration could see a modest boost in capital along with cash-flow going towards future purchases.

Are they providing a fair service, or do they encourage boosting claims in ways that may inflate the payout beyond what the insured would normally pay (+ the 35% Metro PA would want in markup for their slice)?

Many carriers will not insure someone in this case at all, and the ones that do (if available in your state) will charge dramatically high rates, think $10-$20k a year for a policy.

Notably, last year saw an unusual surge in October, which traditionally had been one of the slower months, often trailing only behind September.Seasonal Trends Based on Previous Years:January - Recognized as a mid-season period, January experiences a boost from holiday spending that extends into the first 10 days of the month.

I often find that the assessed value is dramatically under market value and it's not uncommon for me to see a $600,000 home that is assessed in the 300 or 400s.

Are they in an area that an STR play could boost your monthly revenue?