And how might they impact the investors in states experiencing substantial growth? 

The Real Estate Guys do a great newsletter with lots of high-level information about the economy and how it impacts real estate.  

We attempted this in one location and were rejected as solar was a secondary use and they would not allow it to be a primary use because of NIMBY even though it has no impact on the area

@Ming HuangRecommend 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?

This is a significant potential benefit that can impact everything from security deposits to rent controls to eviction procedures. 

Quote from @Joy Daniels: I manage short-term rentals in the Sarasota area, and I'm always looking for innovative ways to boost occupancy rates year-round.From your experience, what marketing strategies have had the biggest impact on keeping your properties booked?

The shorter the prepayment term has an impact on increasing the rate.4.

I add that because you may be able to qualify for a higher price point which may impact what kind of home you decide to purchase.

Is anyone else in climate impacted areas experiencing a similar question of whether to get out?

Market Fluctuations – What if appreciation stalls, or rates rise, impacting your refi strategy?