I recommend selecting an investment city based on the following criteria.Key Criteria for Choosing an Investment CityRents Must Outpace InflationFinancial freedom depends on rental income growing faster than inflation.

But it’s scary to think that your hard earned money, reputation, and deals could be in jeopardy because of bad lenders.

Now investors, especially the newbies, are chasing returns by going after higher risk investments - many NOT really understanding the true risks.Many more investors will be losing money and choosing to liquidate real estate - which will be buying opportunities for the better prepared investors.

Palm Coast might not have the flashy reputation of Miami, but there’s a lot to love in that area’s growth potential.I’ve been around the real estate block for a few decades, and one thing I’ve seen is that luxury rentals can thrive when they’re more than just “pretty”.. they need staying power.

Focus on buying below market value, running numbers first (cash flow, 1% rule), and choosing a landlord-friendly location with job growth.

I just choose a different moment before they seek out a Coach or program.I always tell the people I'm helping to do a Deal Analysis in 1 hour and don't seek perfection.

Then do a thorough research on tenant applicants (note: leaving this to a PM may be hazardous to your financial health) and choose the one that is most “stable” with the best potential for long term tenancy.This advice is contrary to maximization of rental income, but IMO will reduce expenses of tenant turnover, property damage, property management fees so much that the difference in bottom line income will be quite small.  

I learned about the city over time and began my out-of-state investing journey.Whatever market you choose, be sure to nail down your buy box.

I am generally curious as to why you would choose to do this? 

This is an obvious fair housing law violation because you are choosing which prospect get the concession.