It has to do with a couple of things: there’s relative affordability and a pro-business climate that play a big role.

Eventually I want to have a go to foundation contractor as well given the fact foundation repair is so common in our area as homes age.

I used to use bright white early on, but found it didn't age as well.

@Alyssa LakeIt depends upon many variables, such as age, condition, location, the amount of capital you need for repairs and unit turns.

Hi all, I am familiarizing myself with at the Casper market and wondering whether any local investors can shed some perspective on overall property values relative to rents in the area.

Quote from @Brian Dolbeare: Hi all, I’m relatively new to real estate investing and I’m struggling with determining accurate market rents in larger markets, like Pittsburgh.

We both agreed.Tenant argument to me has always been, they are unable to pay rent due to PTSD suffered when they had several relatives die. 

The owners are at retirement age.

I’ll add some details to the mountain houses which will shed some light.The houses are aging and I’m doing a lot of wood, siding and deck component repairs plus they need staining quite often.

Age of homes much newer many solid brick etc.