. :)That said - the Harrisburg/Carlisle area seems to always bust into the top 5-10 in the country for rent growth and population growth. 

Once you've determined your objectives, look for markets preferably close to yours with active job growth, population growth and an economy without too much fluctuation.

Prefer area with population and job growth potential.

Look for places with population growth and employment boosts.

Real estate investing is a marathon, so start small, focus on sustainable growth, and leverage house hacking for long-term wealth.Good luck!

If you're aiming for long-term growth and are interested in potentially fixing and flipping properties, a fixer-upper could be a great option.

@Omri AvitalTo increase capital and accumulate properties, consider house hacking, investing in high-growth markets, small commercial properties, short-term rentals, private lending, partnering with investors, and investing in Real Estate Investment Trusts or Syndications.

There's so many catalysts for population and job growth (Intel, Honda, Amazon, Nationwide Hospital, etc).

I understand that a DCR over 1 is expected (1.25 and above is best) but what if you're expecting that DCR to be say, .97 in year 1 but 1.05 in year 3, based on anticipating rental growth rates?

With Waco’s tourism growth thanks to Magnolia Market, how do short-term rentals affect the local RE market?