Racine has some strong issues that will take time to clean up even if Microsoft is a positive influence. 

They typically have a strong understanding of what their property is worth and how to market it to other investors with the ability to close the deal.

I’m open to any suggestions or advice on both established markets and up-and-coming areas that could offer strong returns.Thanks in advance!

If you're in a strong market, like the one I am and you can get a property rented out in a weekend while you have current tenants in place. therefore 0 vacancymy most recent turnover cost me $300.I've had other turnovers cost me $4k - that was mainly because of bad tenants who purposely trashed my place. 1 month in lost rent + repairs

Sometimes a 6 or 7 pref isn't sexy but if it's a strong investment with limited variables to the cash flow stream then might be better than a pie in the sky investment where the odds of not turning out well are higher than doing good.

if virtually all attendees miss a paid for workshop, there are reasons.As for our travels, we saw 4 mayan sites including Chichen Itza and toba, swam in 3 cenotes, went to swim with turtles but too rough seas for the wife (storm impacts), scuba a Great Wall (advanced dive - 95’ with strong current), many tours of various cities including horse drawn and walking.  

I love those deals.Yes, the spike in rates on Friday was largely driven by the strong jobs report.

Kansas City has a strong medical presence so traveling medical professionals are always needing a place to stay.

Given that properties in your target area are around $250,000, a 20% down payment for two properties would indeed be achievable with your cash-out funds.Market ConsiderationsCentral Texas Market:The Central Texas market is strong, especially for single-family rentals (SFR).

Known for its strong foundation in STEM jobs, the market continues to experience positive economic growth, projected to drive further property appreciation.