-------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

Ultimately it was the customer service and poor quality of my post cards that caused me to leave.

The FF rates in my zipcode are higher than I expected and their quality is less than what I'm bringing online! 

High-quality photos and detailed property descriptions are key. 

You may not get the same tourist volume as Pigeon Forge, but you’ll attract a more consistent, quality guest base.If you're leaning toward an MTR, healthcare contracts and university housing demand will give you a steady stream of tenants.

Crime and drugs still an issue, but getting quality tenants has not been a challenge... so far so good.

Anticipate an emphasis on quality over quantity in terms of reconstruction materials and housing footprint.

I'm curious about the size and quality of a house you could build for $375k. 

If so, how do you trust you're getting a quality tenant that is safe?

Giving the best quality of service to people is the top priority!