I then look at area vacancies, economic conditions, employment opportunities, area demographics and verify that the property has not been red tagged or have any other underlying problems that might make it difficult to resell or rent.When I have my financial information then I can consider debt service and costs related to equity partners in the overall income produced.

The numbers seem promising on paper, but I’m hoping to gather insights from locals or experienced investors who know the area well before moving forward.One thing that has caught my attention is the rental landscape.

Fences, basic landscaping, tree removal can put some nice padding into your margins as well. 

Listing photos were terrible, tenant vetting was lackadaisical, checks were sent to wrong addresses, tennants weren't properly vetted, charges for "mulch" and landscaping were charged but never physically carried out.

So far, my research shows a good mix of demographics, population, incomes, AND the crime stats seem pretty low... lower than the national average.Anyone investing in Appleton, WI and willing to share your thoughts/experience?   

@Hal RobertsThe biggest challenge is obtaining accurate and current data, such as demographics, job growth, and most importantly, rental data.

., shifts in pricing, demand-supply changes).Analyze local or regional real estate data.Identify key economic indicators impacting the housing market.Stay ahead of demographic changes or migration trends.Do you have any go-to platforms, datasets, books, or even strategies that have been especially valuable?

ON my latest subdivision I built we have a 15 foot right of way for the major sewer line on one lot and we let the owners know that they may want to do just light landscaping or just bark dust it/ or out east I guess its pine straw. 

Or call some landscape companies and schedule them .

Within that area what does your demographic research tell you about the age range?