The Texas markets: Dallas, SA, HOU are tough. 

Alterations to the original building plans, however small, can create risks.In a nearby county, they have inspectors going around town to check for any unauthorized alterations, A co-worker had an old window AC, his wife was tired of not able to open and use that window, opted to buy a through the wall AC.

If your unit is more B/C class where you can attract lots of decent hard working entry level to middle class workers then I would focus on improving the units to capture those kinds of tenants and oust the trouble makers you have. 

Tough market here.

I am in the Toledo Ohio area and have always been on the contractor/worker end of things recently have been wanting to take the leap into the other end of the spectrum.

I could find people fairly easy.Add the excitement of a hurricane off the coast (resort shut down at 9 PM so workers could safely get home). 

Then you slam them...Well I happen to agree that wholesaling apartments will be tough. 

In tough economic times, people downsize, increasing the demand for affordable housing options like mobile homes.

Also, it is easier for me to get the rehab done if I can check up on my workers and the project which is a lot harder to do if it’s out of the area. 

Something to be aware of.We've filled vacancies at our medium-term rental in Denver in January before, but had trouble in November and December, so I don't know if the winter is tough or if its simply the holiday season.I'd be more interested in buying the right place whenever it comes up.