I've heard rumors of a new copper mine on the north island near Holberg and that some people are hoping for a rebound in Port Hardy.

Every state has its own regional characters and investment strategies.Even in Tennessee, the current prices have rebounded quite a bit.I do not know which town you invest, but if you can find <50 k properties, with cap rate (not gross rent) above 10%, that will be a nice find.Even in Texas, the available commercial properties are only around 8% cap, some even 6%.That is really not that higher than ca.

For instance, New Orleans population rebounded following the 2005 [Katrina](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Effects_of_Hurricane_Katrina_in_New_Orleans) disaster, so that the 2010-2015 evolution paints a much rosier picture than 2000-2010 would.### Fastest Growing Metropolitan Statistical AreasThe MSA map looks as follow, these areas, though still very large show even more disparity in population evolution that CSA.!

I ruined my credit during some rough times about 2 years ago, but have rebounded to put myself in a pretty good position.

If the industry could move as one, maybe the result is positive and home prices rebound.

I rebuilt and rebounded and today only use leverage when acquiring properties and out of abundance of caution (probably over-correcting) I seek to pay off all leverage with rents in the shortest period of time possible.  

This year, the value has rebounded and exceeded the purchase price, does anyone know if we can adjust it back to the purchase price for depreciation purpose? 

I told my then fiance (now wife) that it was a great sign of a rebound... and rebound Detroit certainly did!

I think you'll get more bang for the buck in Cleveland  on your primary house and for REI properties maybe a little better in Cleveland but it will depend on your strategy.Make sure to maximize your wife's VA programs when you do buy something.If you plan to drive to Buffalo often Cleveland is a better choice.If you like warmer / more consistent weather Columbus would be better although as compared to Buffalo both places have better weather and milder winters.Both cities have a lot of newer restaurants and hipster gentrified artsy areas on the rebound.  

Though the neighborhood area to the immediate north seems to be rebounding significantly in the last 10 years or so (thanks to local govt stimulus/gentrification).