This period of warmer temps (which is technically not even completely true depending where, how, and who you choose to get your data) has happened before and will happen again.Still, if you enjoy cool. wet weather and Blue politics I imagine that Oregon would be a splendid place to invest.

I agree....but the OP should still bear in mind that these Blue cities will still have very tenant-friendly laws in place, so that should be weighed into the decision as well....IMHO. 

Next time you talk to the renter that's paying late all the time, Maybe mentioned to him or her without getting too involved in their personal life, they should seek out a temporary job a few hours, a couple of days a week until they build up enough to get caught up on the rent, and make a little pool of money to use so they don't get behind again.Some Temporary jobs can be fun, like handing out rubber id bracelets at functions to the participants, or if the person is more blue collar they have jobs for those people too more suited to their tastes. just my 2 cents.

I understand the capital region, the Adirondack region, and Western New York (Rochester and Buffalo) have their strengths and weaknesses, but I'm going to focus on this central part of the state.Binghamton is my favorite investment market for a few reasons, but it's not for everyone.STRENGTHS-  low prices-  blue collar overall, meaning lots of resources for contractors-  growing university, consistently growing rents-  I expect to see an actual 10% cap rate here, higher if the property needs work-  compared to downstate, permitting, evictions, etc. are simple and quick-  no code compliance inspections required on existing multifamiliesWEAKNESSES-  no. natural. appreciation.

To keep it simple the blue states usually afford tenants the most protections so IL and NJ are no stranger to things like this, whereas Oklahoma and Wyoming might be. 

YES, seller(s) can, if they choose, say ONLY persons wearing BLUE may enter home for showings, and will ONLY review offers written in green ink.

Austin has been a high growth city and likely is six to 12 months ahead in the business cycle as many smaller cities.Of those Three, San Antonio provides you the same legal backdrop (Tx) and also geographical access (same day drive) and accelerating immigrant population growth (GDP growth requires much more immigration both red/blue agree on this in private)

I've went with white, gray, and even a navy blue for one of my kitchens.  

I really like this dark blue.

It falls under the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act.