I did have a CPA review my previous returns and he said everything looked in order. 

All these metrics are different within the US so, as you can imagine, they're different between different countries and within a given country, depending on location.

If I'm looking for a LTR in a market that has solid appreciation, what key metrics would you recommend I consider? 

TL;DR* Aggressively pushing 'maintenance' and for the most part for things not requiring any maintenance* In-house maintenance rates are eye-watering, way higher than what you'd see in even most expensive markets* Mai...

Cash flow is a lagging metric these days.

You have 13 closed sales and no reviews on Zillow.

This metric is useful when buying a rental property, as you can calculate how long it takes to pay off the investment.

Huntsville ranked the best in this metric at only 14.1% of the median household income.However, the low property tax rate of just 0.41% of the median home value—the seventh lowest in the country—may seal the deal.

Pick your design on Wayfair or Minaon and then go to Facebook marketplace or Amazon to price shop - Make sure to read the reviews!

I even named them the #3 non-seasonal market in the US today in our BiggerStays weekly newsletter here based on numerous metrics.