Tends to attract a younger /trendy crowd.

Up-and-coming areas: Consider areas like Heights, Fifth Ward, or Third Ward, which offer potential for growth and affordability while still attracting visitors.

Considering refinancing if rates become more attractive or I need the cash out for something.

This results in higher crime and lower-quality schools, which causes more people to leave.What conditions attract new companies to relocate to a city?

I was going to replace with new verticals blinds but am now thinking a curtain rod would be cheaper or panel blinds would be more attractive.  

Interesting info, but trying to beat the millions in budget that AirBNB and VRBO spend to attract customers is really tough.

The best way, if you're dead set on owning RE rentals, is to find a property in a good neighborhood that will attract GOOD tenants... from a wholesaler.

Investing with a self-directed IRA also has other benefits such as tax advantages which may make it even more attractive for some people.

House flipping is attractive because the high velocity turnover of capital if done successfully but as Scott points out, purchasing the home correctly is the most important factor in a successful flip.

It depends on the tenants you expect to attract.