There are solid markets surrounding Raleigh in the path of growth with a much lower entry point.

Here's where to look for them:Real Estate Investment Groups and Forums: Participate in social media and online forums devoted to investing in real estate in Houston and its surrounding areas.

Thanks Jim,For many years now I've been "preaching" that it's all about the micro economics and not what the broad spectrum of the wonderful world of the internet shows lolWe work in only a handful of areas where there is and probably always be a solid demand from tenants and homeowners.It comes down to the surrounding infrastructure.It's also vital to have trustworthy people on the ground that act as an investors "eye's and ears, heart and soul".These people know the market inside and out (And in my opinion they know the market much better then what an inaccurate Zillow will show).In all honesty, I never was excited about Toledo's growth prospects.I'm still not to this day lolWhy?

Prices in relation to rents are out of control, so shooting for a 1% rule just won't cut it.With that being said, you can still find cash-flowing properties in the surrounding areas of Tampa.

Compared to the Pittsburgh and other surrounding areas, Beaver generally has a lower sale price compared to the potential rent values.

My husband and I are considering purchasing a multi-family property in Harrisburg or surrounding areas.

They are really popular in the older neighborhoods surrounding Dallas.

I see no response from you there.So you're looking in places where market forces mean that housing prices have outstripped rents for -- drum roll please -- sub-areas where the surrounding market forces are somehow suspended and don't apply to the sub-area (niche market) you're looking in, and therefore rents/purchase prices meet your (undisclosed) financial criteria.

It's also crucial to surround yourself with a team of experts, such as real estate agents, property managers, contractors, and lenders, who can offer valuable advice.

Hi Jonah, I'm specifically an investor agent and property manager here in Huntsville AL and surrounding areas.