Not every market and area are the best though, look for things like tourism, proximity to hospitals or large business generators.

There's also rarely a dip in tourism in Asheville, so demand stays very strong no matter the economic environment.

There is no tourism here, but there is a petrochemical refinery. 

If you think the hotel/tourism industry does not have a vested interest here, or that the can have their *** kicked by AirB&B, I believe you have another think coming. 

The market is driven by tourism primarily March through October.

That's a big driver of tourism in the spring that could really help offset the seasonality of a lake property. 

You're in a great position to take advantage of the coming wave of tourism.  

Between all the developments that will bring huge sources of jobs and entertainment, new laws that will bring cash heavy investors, the airport expanding to account for all the recent tourism, and plans to build a new stadium for our growing sports franchise,  we are looking at exponential growth and change!

The vast majority of the jobs in Central Florida are hourly paid jobs in tourism, hospitality, restaurants, construction, and healthcare. 

Boone is a great little town too, app state close by and a lot of summer tourism.