@Don Carey tax assessment is not a market indicator of value.

That is typically a good indicator of a distressed seller/property.

Be alert to changes and be prepared to act swiftly to get rid of her if there are any indications of a issue in paying rent, make no consessions or you will lose money needlessly.Best to express verbal condolences if the opportunity should arise.

This is just a quick indicator, not a complete analysis.

The fact they are complaining online might be an indication the property manager dealt with them properly so be sure to ask the manager for their side of the story.I hope this basic guide helps.

The fact they are complaining online might be an indication the property manager dealt with them properly so be sure to ask the manager for their side of the story.I hope this basic guide helps.

What David indicated is true where my rentals are located. 

@David Cruice , in the process of buying the property, the OPRA docs indicated that the septic system hadn't been replaced in the prior 60ish years and was rated for 3 bedrooms (not 6 that come with the property).

@jeff khel thanks for your input, I ended up retracting the contract as the homeowner had all these additional stipulations indicating she wasnt as motivated as she claimed she was.

But, if you drive around the city, especially downtown, new construction is happening all over, indicating that the city may just be in the beginning of a rise.What are you thoughts?