I have an area in mind that is currently undesirable but based on market trends seems to be primed for growth in the next 5 years.Any advice on research I could conduct before diving in, or other avenues I could explore to start and build my portfolio would be greatly appreciated.

I love to stay tuned into the trends that are working for people who own rental properties.

But if you look at other global macro trends you see other things forming quicker and I won't get into that, but that doesn't mean this isn't coming.I'm very tempted for the first time ever to sit 100% cash and watch, I may do this as we enter first business week of June.

However, do note that Chattanooga is growing at a slower pace than Huntsville is—a trend that’s unlikely to change anytime soon.

Websites like Zillow, Realtor.com, and Redfin offer valuable insights into market trends, median prices, rent estimates, and historical price data.

thx for the ref John.sub market with good secular trends, good cash flow, and  attractive tenant pool are some initial reasons for exploring Terre Haute.

Then, think of only buying houses etc. in the fire zones that are made out of concrete and steel and cinder blocks, without asphalt or wooden shingles.

An erected unit usually runs around $3,200 per 10x15 10x20;  Steel is going up. 

Are you seeing a similar trend in Stowe?

By the way, I knew nothing about RE when I started, owned my home.The group, that is, sponsors in the group, did 50+ deals in 2018 and is trending toward 75+ this year.