On average, single-family homes have experienced appreciation ranging from 3% to 5% annually over the past decade, depending on the market.

Fort Wayne is a good market.

Market Analysis is one of the biggest things I do. 

With its booming housing market, the Phoenix real estate scene has emerged as a hot zone for fix-and-flip investors.

My recommendation would be to choose potential markets - in several price points - that have strong rental demand and year-over-year rent increases and that also are in markets that are appreciating. 

With strong market demand, it sold the same day for $185,000, resulting in a solid profit.

For example, I have a duplex that I tried to sell off market through Facebook Groups.

There are multiple markets you may want to consider.

Tell him Angel Santiago sent you (I am NOT affiliated or get any sort of kick back for this :) ).. 

If I purchased a home locally I’d have to ask well beyond the market rate on rent just to break even.