It can take 3-6 months to start seeing visible growth in organic traffic if all the things mentioned above are taken care of.

That said, College Station’s long-term rental numbers are strong, especially with Texas A&M’s continuous growth driving demand for student, faculty, and corporate housing.

2) Are you getting the loan with your personal guarantee or is it non-recourse? 

Any city that I'm looking to invest in I always start by looking at population growth.

I’d recommend looking for a market that’s affordable and has good rental demand—local job growth or proximity to schools can be a sign of a solid investment.

If you have an adjustable rate mortgage and it is likely to increase significantly in the future, rent growth rate may not compensate for this and cash flow is likely to get worse over time.

Just wondering what tools others use to analyze different markets to invest in like Growth, Economy, Neighborhoods, etc. 

@Lexi Blocksom If the burden of holding the property outweighs the long-term gains, a 1031 exchange allows you to defer all taxes, and you won’t have to recapture depreciation.This option enables you to use the deferred tax benefits to purchase nicer properties in areas with greater growth potential.Once you complete your exchange, you can immediately do a cash-out refinance if you need access to some cash, tax-free.

It's real estate in markets with population growth, it's pretty hard to lose money if you get an inspection and appraisal."....Wishful thinking at best when buying C/D properties.

Also, networking with local contractors and lenders now will save you time when you're ready to move on a deal.When you visit, try to walk neighborhoods at different times of the day, chat with locals, and take note of any development projects or signs of growth.