I'm not too familiar with the markets yet but research I've done suggests that the towns of New Britain, New Haven and Hartford all have a good mix of inventory and low prices coupled with plenty of amenities, night life, cafes, etc and local colleges to bring younger people to the area year after year.

.: Quote from @Robert Ellis: Quote from @Brandon Blackmon: Hello BP Community,I want to start flipping homes in my market, and potentially out of state, and I want to know how to budget for a General Contractor.

We get traffic studies done to confirm that the roads can handle the potential traffic.

It’s great to have you here, and it sounds like you’re in a fantastic area with lots of potential.

So, when investing in areas they don’t really know, investors should research the different property Class submarkets.

Potentially YES!!!

We have concerns about the ordinance's potential to drive investors away, cause unnecessary evictions, and the complexities of compliance.

Are there any strategies, tips, or potential pitfalls I should be aware of as I explore this market?

My biggest question when I was researching all the programs was "If these people are so successful at what they do, why are they charging so much for all of this and always trying to upsell?" 

When evaluating potential properties, consider three exit strategies: if you can sell quickly for a profit, hold it as a rental, or take a loss.