Additionally, the landlord-tenant laws there are generally more favorable compared to what you might be experiencing in Minneapolis.Of course, investing out of state comes with its own set of challenges, like managing properties from afar and understanding local market nuances.

She added 1 or 2 additional SFHs over the next 10-15 years but really accelerated after 2008. 

About a year or two ago I pivoted and started flipping and finding alternative strategies, but I have realized those cannot replace this strategy, they can be in addition to it, but I need to continue buying, moving, and keeping as a rental every couple of years because this really is the best strategy for building long term wealth.Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

You really need to research the city you need to know every neighborhood understand the city good school districts and bad school districts top employers etc.

This seems like a potentially profitable strategy given that the factory is supposed to employ 6500 people with good salaries.  

In addition to some strategies listed above we have had some traction with furnished finder and zillow. 

Additionally, getting rid of a tenant in an illegal unit isn't easy in Union City. 

Additionally, property taxes and HOA fees are often higher in these developments, and it might take time for rental rates to stabilize.

But I did the math and for me personally that was true, I'd pay off my mortgage 5 years early if I paid an additional $100 each month to principle. 

Most everything will work at that point, but there will always be additional customization that you’ll need to do.