It was one of the most oversaturated markets in the most recent years.Big bull on NC, but projections like this make me really wish analysis was done understanding historicals are just that-- historical.

One of the best places to see what's out there in your area is to check Airbnb AND Pricelabs. 

To determine what to offer on a rental property:Determine reasonable market rent, NOT the highest!

There are 20+ CPAs and accountants on this site that specialize in real estate taxation.

As such, I keep them in one account and just track any deductions with a spreadsheet for each tenant. 

In fact, just finished one that I have yet to put on the market. 

Please, can someone help me with information on getting an agent (Group home center) to rent my house to in Maryland. 

Good potential for appreciation/rent growth upside as well in the next 5-10 years in my opinion with the market still being one of the most affordable in the country.

One of the things I'm trying to figure out is if I'm better off getting a few lower cost properties or on higher priced property. 

There are the obvious pros/cons of a duplex but then there are the non-obvious ones that come with being in Detroit.I actually have a fantastic article about this I can share but I'm unable to link to it in this post.