This was the city's error and you shouldn't be penalized.

Midtown and Brickell in Miami are the hot spots for the city. 

What if they build just outside the city limits, so they are not paying city taxes?     

What city is the best market? 

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Now in Northern CA when the Santa Rosa fire burnt down 3k plus homes nothing was done there and when the Paradise city fire burnt down the entire town of I did not see anything like this..

I understand some of the economic factors that can lead one to a particular city or province (or state), but unsure of some of the key elements as you funnel down below that level.Appreciate any insight.Tyler 

If a mortgage has a deed restriction, not allowing short-term rentals that is not imposed by an hoa or a city government how hard is it to get it removed?

While 2/2s are better 3/1 are more desirable because of the heavy section market in the city. 

Quote from @Tannia Castro: I would say the key would be to narrow in on an area (this could be a city if you are not from that area and investing remotely), or this could be a part of the city (some local streets) if it is in your backyard.