Many see it as a sign of an economic downturn, but a few, a grim few, know that it all means much, much more.The world as we know it is coming to an end.

@Andrew BoettcherThis seems like a smart and economical solution.

However in times of economic downturn, your pool of potential renters may actually increase because less people can qualify for purchasing homes, and there are more foreclosures (but people still need a place to live).

So, can you please recommend some contractors that are good, economical, and can be part of the team that I am building for all my future deals.

Both of them are offered as value-add plays based on a light reno which is supposed to result in rent increases of $115 to $150 per unit.I have my own thoughts on where I want to be in terms of property quality but I wanted to see if any investors local to the area or knowledgeable about the area could offer any opinion on what class these two neighborhoods/areas are and which of them would be more resilient in an economic downturn.

What the general public doesn't understand is that Global Economics revolves around investors.

The city this building is in expects major economic growth in the next decade due to a major factory opening, which should drive up appreciation and rents as well. 

I was a junior in college, getting my degree in Finance & Economics.

.), the increased housing demand from bringing down an additional 3,000+ active military personnel to the area will only positively reinforce rising rents and prices, barring significant economic influencers. 

Also what are key indicators or economic trends you are looking for.