I usually start by analyzing data like population growth, job opportunities, and rental demand.

In December the roof was finally repaired, however the damage to the ceiling has not. 

Quote from @JD Martin: I would have to see actual data on a median & value adjusted basis to believe that OK is anywhere near Fl on a dollar for dollar comparison.

The growth of 1.6 million additional residents will require investments in infrastructure, housing and transportation, the organization added.The numbers were provided by the group’s research team with data from the North Carolina Office of State Budget and Management and the South Carolina Department of Revenue.

They asked me to empty my savings, max out cards and then finally to take out a loan.

Hello, it is really time consuming for me to analyze each property by manually entering its data to calculate the return.

Quote from @Daniel Huang: Hi, I am trying to transition to develop my rental income as I am in the final years of my professional career.  

Which this is basically what I do now and immediately block and report.I really wish I knew where they got my cell phone number from...as attached to my rentals.. as I'd tell that agency to stop selling my data!  

I'm a long time lurker finally getting ready to start making a move and getting that first rental property.

Investors who are active in gathering data on local trends while working with knowledgeable agents are able to pick neighbourhoods poised for growth and also comprehend how to best mitigate their risks as they prepare to maximize their return.Myth 3: Distressed Properties Are in Bad LocationsAnother misconception is that distressed properties only exist in bad neighborhoods.