However, brrrr, especially in stable areas can be consistent over the long term and for generations to come.

There are many positives about Trenton, but as I always say to my rental landlords, everyone needs a place to live, so if you are willing to take the unknowns and nervous willies, then take a shot.

It is a great way to maintain consistency and have product instantly available.

Here is a screen shot showing this in practice.  

@Ricardo SerranoBuild out a team that consist of an investor friendly agent/deal finder, lender, PM, and contractor/handyman.

This is all anecdotal information, but it seems to be consistent.

You need to combine it with a consistent marketing campaign to make the most of these contacts.

Almost every big city in the US is blue with very few exceptions, even in the reddest states like Texas (Dallas, Austin, Houston, San Antonio are all in blue counties with Fort Worth being the exception as a big city that consistently votes red).

Welcome @Hogan Chouinard,Memphis is a city with a strong workforce that offers low-cost entry and provides consistent cash flow to investors.

The other client has told me he consistently does $10-$14k/mo.