I am humbly of the opinion that the Sun Belt is entering a phase of more moderate growth and that the 'Rust Belt of Old' is the next region up to bat. 

I'm also interested in purchasing an STR in the Catskills region so I thought I'd jump in! 

When you researched markets like Austin las Vegas Miami, those markets have higher land cost and are more cyclical in nature tend to have larger price swings compared to regions with lower land costs.

@Drew SygitOh, I forgot to ask - any free tool recommendations for determining the various classes of neighborhoods in different regions?

(minus whatever closing costs they're paying) its kind of regional how title work is done..

People still think it's a junky casino town which is just not the case anymore. 

True, I am 100% with you on that.The point here is, when you analyze, you do based on what you know now (what is known as a fact today) and on what is highly likely to happened (again from today) and to accept the fact that things might change tommrow.Life happened every day, that’s why  we need to stay firm with our direction but flexible with our approach.having lived through the HORRORS of those years fully engrossed in the industry almost nationwide... it was regional on who did well and who had troubles.. no question well positioned landlords in Portland for instance no issue.. 

Are there additional conditions or taxes to consider when purchasing in these regions?

Desirable location both locally and regionally.6.  

Exterior Deck or PatioAdding an outdoor living space like a deck or patio extends the usable living area and enhances the home's appeal, especially in regions with warm weather.In addition to these improvements, understanding the local real estate market and focusing on upgrades that align with buyer preferences in that area is crucial for maximizing ARV.Noah, thank you for this great feedback.