Tampa has a lot of value-add opportunities in gentrifying areas where you can snag deals that balance growth and stability.

@Tayvion Payton here's some useful info: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?

I agree with @Murali Jesudoss, I had pulled back from investing when things got super crazy in the last year or so, but I believe things are stabilizing and deals will start to become more attractive. 

Get on the other side of stabilizing property 1 before you start thinking about buying a 2nd property.

Stability: Homeowners tend to stay in their homes longer than renters, which can create a more stable environment for families and children.

Hey Amit,Section 8 is definitely appealing to a lot of out-of-state investors because of the perceived stability of government-backed rental payments.

@Annabelle Rozen  I believe the stability of the rental market within Allentown is rather robust. 

., but for now, we like to only consider semi-stabilized (with minimal deferred maintenance) or fully stabilized, cash-flowing properties. 

Its stabilizing and will probably remain somewhat stagnant as interest rates come down slowly. 

A good property manager can help with tenant screening, enforce lease terms, and handle evictions more efficiently if it comes to that.Require a Larger Security Deposit: Within the bounds of local regulations, a larger deposit can provide a cushion in case of damage or unpaid rent.Consider Rent Guarantee Insurance: Some companies offer insurance products that can cover lost rent in case of tenant default.