More growth and the rust belt is still not doing great economically. 

the additional of richenbacker airport, and the Ohio river really make the freight and logistics passing through a major economic driver, but its far from the only one.

I have from time to time spoken with the city administrator, economic developer, & a person at building planning commission.

However, the DFW area stands out due to its stronger appreciation, rapid population growth, and overall economic expansion.

This is exactly the kind of economic boost that makes a market attractive for real estate investors.Looking ahead, experts predict home sales in OKC will climb more than 8% this year, with prices continuing their steady rise.

In the 2024 insurance market, CA is hard to place, so even though you could force them onto a single policy, it may be more economical to keep them separate.I'll send you a note with the carriers who can do this for you.

Before getting started, I’d recommend focusing on three key areas:Strategy Selection – Understand the different investment strategies (BRRRR, short-term rentals, etc.) and determine which aligns best with your goals.Market Research – Study the market you want to invest in, including property values, rental demand, and economic trends.Laying the Foundation – Take proactive steps now that will set you up for success later.

Known for his sharp financial expertise, Bessent has introduced an ambitious “3-3-3” economic plan aimed at reshaping the U.S. economy.

After 20+ years in real estate partnerships, here's what actually puts you on the IRS radar (and what doesn't):REAL Red Flags That Matter:The Partner Complaint TriggerDisgruntled partner files Form 8082K-1 disputesPartnership disputes leading to tax filingsReal Impact: Instant IRS attentionSuspicious Loss ClaimsLosses exceeding investmentArtificial basis inflationSudden large losses without economic realityExample: $100K investment claiming $500K lossesRelated Party GamesCircular property flipsBelow-market transfersFamily partnership schemes without substanceWatch Out: IRC §267 and §707(b) violationsDebt Engineering Red FlagsBasis inflation schemesArtificial guarantee arrangementsPartner debt shifts near year-endCritical: IRC §752 compliance matters!

.- You can look into call kinds of economic growth and financial indicators as well to help narrow the list.- I've also heard of people choosing a market because the team they could put together in that market was the best team they found