BUT.... as I know there is a very large development of a Train Station HUB just a few blocks away, I am using my intellect and know that it will eventually increase my rents as the demand for the area increases.Eventually, 10 years from now, and that Train station hub is opened, I will reap the reward of approximately $4k per year or $383 per month increase in cash flow.You cannot do this kind of analysis with a Cash on Cash Return.You need the Internal Rate of Return.When you want to talk to the big boys, the Investment Bankers, the Commercial Lenders, your own Partners, sophisticated investors, etc., you need to understand IRR, how it works and why the one shot CoCR is just not correct.When you really understand these calculations.... the all kinds of scenarios can be modeled.When you understand all kinds of scenarios, you can begin to predict the future with accuracy as you use your God Given Intellect.

Now, there's not the most social programs in Alabama as is due to the conservative nature (minus the hubs of dying cities like Montgomery and Birmingham), so that was a big statement. lol.

I have 1 property in thinking about doing a split Purchase.. and renovate it and then turn it into a short term hub..

I believe that with recent advances in AI, computing, and drone technology, Polk County will continue to grow as a logistical hub and will need staff to support that effort. 

Get coaster brake one speed beach cruisers if your bike trail is flat if not get a 3-speed internal hub. 

Highway on ramp that will put your property within commuting distance of a hub.

In reviewing past forum posts, RentalHero and REI Hub have many positive comments.  

Other areas nearby that were touted as being major growth hubs like Murfreesboro appear to already be experiencing some price declines.

First of off, Raleigh is considered to be the top 7 hottest real estate investment markets because it is thriving hub for technology, biotechnology, and healthcare and so on.

Southpoint (Another major hospital and lots of medical related business (surgical centers, Cancer centers etc.) plus a good hub of business clustered in the area.