One of the biggest factors at play right now is data transparency among lenders, we can see a lot of the industry-wide trends.

Mom and pop keeping the MHP forever and passing it onto their heirs who keep rents artificially low forever.

Focus on factors like affordability, growth potential, demand, and landlord-friendly regulations to guide your decision.Good luck!

That means it takes forever to pay off the mortgage meaning you're paying a mountain of interest. 

In a slow market homes sit and rot, they are on the MLS forever and the longer it sits, the lower the price goes to find the sweet spot for just the perfect buyer.

There should always be timeline contingencies factored into each projects specifics.

Adding 3-5 properties a year until I retire (~5 yrs).I could use help with understanding how people prioritize the various factors in evaluating markets. 

Several economic factors are contributing to this shift:Overbuilding: Some areas of Charlotte have seen significant overdevelopment, leading to an oversupply of rental units.Tighter Money: Rising interest rates and economic uncertainty have made tenants more cautious with their spending.Tenant Behavior: Many responsible renters are choosing to stay put rather than take on the cost and hassle of moving.What Does This Mean for Landlords?

Never invest in any city on this list of the 50 most dangerous US cities.Low operating costs: High operating costs are one of the driving factors for many companies, leaving states with high taxes, regulations, and other costs.

Exceptions include delays caused by factors outside the Subcontractor’s control (e.g., weather, material delays).5.