That lends itself to be a much better play for some one like you, who can use six, maybe seven figures to build a reasonably diverse portfolio in the state and, if they win, great, but if it turns south or takes more time than predicted to work out, has the ability to carry the investment until it rebounds or can take the haircut and go about life.

Employers/Industries in the area and the diversity of the local economy.4.

A single 'cap rate' number for a city or region doesn't help us much because of the diversity of the property we analyze. 

We have a pretty diverse group when it comes to strategy and knowledge. 

It has a good combination of cash flow coupled with strong economic and demographic fundamentals and a vibrant, diverse economy.

I want to build a team in each market to diversity and continue to build my portfolio. 

The best market for you to invest in is where you have good people: find a deal-finder, a lender, a property manager and a general contractor in just about any US city & you will make millions over the next couple decades if your people are good at what they do.Price points are generally lower in Tucson than in Phoenix, but Phoenix has the larger, more diverse economy and is further along in its growth trajectory.

I have a pretty diverse group of buyers ready and really enjoy talking to people and solving people problems. 

When investing remote, I like to first look at the job market - Is it strong, diverse and low unemployment?  

The first thing is deal diversity or so-called "diversification" because your dollars are spread over more assets.