Population growth, strong job growth, multisector industry/economy (Never invest in an area propped up by a single industry, or worse, a single company), landlord and business friendly, strong development, strong sports teams (even minor and farm teams), lower crime rates than national average, and good schools/colleges nearby.

Matt Cawley from National Mulitfamily.

But many title companies will have a relationship with a national QI firm like us. 

After contacting them at their info email address I was told the reason they didn't have a mortgage lender's license was because they're a national lender!

I suspect that changes over time will take away a lot of STR benefits nationally but your area may be great.Another situation I would run is what the numbers look like as a long-term and medium-term rental and then what you would make if you had to sell it.

Very insightful post and obviously the results of extensive research.Just two points I (somewhat) disagree with.1- yes, Texas does have the “best” foreclosure laws for lenders in the nation.

it appears to be above 3% which is likely in line with the national average.Seems like this investment is giving you nice cashflow and appreciation.

On top of that, a growing job market may offer some rosier prospects for more sales.Existing-home sales dropped 4.3% in March compared to the previous month and are nearly 4% lower than a year ago, the National Association of REALTORS® reported Thursday.

Jerome Daly, an attorney and defendant in this case, had handled his defense pro se against First National Bank, the plaintiff.

She works for Annie Mac and they're a national lender.