I live in the Bay Area and have been focusing on regions outside Yosemite national park to do my research.

These things vary from state to state and perhaps even region to region.

It seems like it is somewhat regional but in the areas it is popular it works well. 

I know that is very regional as it only happened in one area where I have rentals and not the other (the markets are very different).

I’m already aware of the popularity of Joshua Tree and Lake Tahoe, so I’m interested in hearing about other markets that are strong performers and investor-friendly in terms of regulations.Does anyone have insights on:Specific cities or regions where the permit process is more straightforward?

I have bought one property from a wholesaler, and its one of the largest in our region.

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A South Korean company that supplies Tesla is inching closer to a transformative project - codenamed "Project Motion Forward" south of Austin that could make the company Buda's largest private-sector employer.Futronic's potential project is part of the continued "Tesla effect," referring to how electric vehicle suppliers have flocked to the region in response to Tesla's mammoth presence in eastern Travis County where the Elon Musk-led company has a huge factory and headquarters.

Regions with lower living costs, like Ohio or Alabama, often offer strong cash flow and better ROI than expensive coastal markets.3.

Would be happy to discuss the capital region/Albany area with you.