You might also want to check out Austin, San Antonio, and Fort Worth - all have their own strengths.

If you're interested in a WAYYYYY more STR-friendly market, you should check out the Emerald Coast. 

👏 Agree, this is the kind of data that can help you stay ahead of the curve.

For mentors/coaches, check out local REI meetups here on Biggerpockets, Meetup.com, or Collin County REIA.

Looking forward to checking out your Investing Show as well. 

Jacksonville still seems to have continued job and population growth, but without actual hard data, it seems apparent the supply far outstripped the short-term demand.

He knows EVERYONE:)quick check they are NMLS licensed and state licensed so good on that end.. when they come to Oregon they will need to get state licensed here.. and in WA no license required.. you see a lot of lenders say they loan in NV but many are not licensed there..

Everyone should check that out.  

Check the contract.

To mitigate risks, I strongly encourage getting a home inspection to fully understand what you're buying.If the property checks out, this area can be a great addition to your portfolio.