Normally you need to find a bread and butter B class neighborhood to make money in real estate.

Pittsburgh – Strong rental demand in popular neighborhoods like Mt.

If stability is more your style, the home equity loan covers you.

We have always had the philosophy that if we rehab our properties to a quality level, we will get higher rents, better tenants who take care of them, and we will improve the neighborhoods we invest in. 

Keep an eye on rent growth trends and neighborhood developments, attend local real estate meetups, and connect with other investors through BiggerPockets forums and local Facebook groups.

Current State: Knowing the neighborhood(s) we target, and having driven them (regularly) I have a pretty decent list of "looks distressed" properties.

All other 2 beds in the neighborhood are renting for 1200+ so I know it's a fair price.  

I can feel that push internally, too—getting out there and connecting with people one-on-one is really my style.

Neighborhood. 

Southern border of the land is Wilson Creek (a large, well established, full time creek with old growth trees)Approx 1 acre of non-recoverable flood zone along length of creekTwo small ponds on the property, which can be filled in to utilizeSmall neighborhood to East of property line with utilities ready and available for project Currently a couple of older homes and barn structures on property (100% liveable and well maintained)Wilmeth Rd is currently expanding down the block to a 4 lane road which connects to Highway 75 in McKinneyLarge developments are underway within a 1/2 mile to 3 miles out radius<4 miles to Costco, ChickFilA, WholeFoods, Cinemark, major hospitalAT&T Fiber and Atmos Gas at front of propertyA water well can be run, if desired, or tap into the city's water (currently on city water and has large main at front of property)A CE firm has drawn up plans for a small, 12 home, 3/4 acres development.