I wouldn't put my asset into the care of someone that I wasn't intimately familiar with.

I’m not personally familiar with the other two markets but I’ve had calls with two of my investors recently and we’d discovered that their equity gains are higher here in the last two years than they were in the last five in Arkansas, Ohio and in various other states.

I am from some of the worst areas in Detroit and have since moved outside of the areas that would be considered “unsafe” but because I am from Detroit I am familiar with areas that are redeveloping and have great growth potential; lots of new construction, townhomes even, and lots of land.

Also, if you're familiar with Chicago, it's your standard 6-unit building, so imagine the sidewalk surrounding it. 

I'm not too familiar with the markets yet but research I've done suggests that the towns of New Britain, New Haven and Hartford all have a good mix of inventory and low prices coupled with plenty of amenities, night life, cafes, etc and local colleges to bring younger people to the area year after year.

I'm more familiar with STRs in Colorado Springs.

Here are some key elements to include:Lease Agreements: Ensure your contracts reflect the latest laws, such as notice periods for entry or rules around security deposits.Fair Housing Compliance: Familiarize yourself with federal, state, and local fair housing laws to avoid discriminatory practices.Property Standards: Regularly inspect your properties to ensure they meet safety and habitability standards.Tax Documentation: Keep accurate records to comply with tax reporting requirements.4.

@Shane Smith Not familiar with flipping franchises, but if you are needing marketing and lead gen this could be helpful.

I'm not familiar with the market or the legalities of wholesaling Florida.

The best deals I find are usually the result of an agent’s lack of familiarity with the area or a very poor listing presentation.