It wouldn't hurt to set up time to meet with agents, property managers, lenders, and others while you’re visiting your markets of interst.

Financing can be trickier in smaller markets, so work with an investor-friendly agent and lender who know the area.

@Linda PhamAll our midterm rentals are in Colorado as are our clients, so I don't know Houston's market.

I'm also concerned about the real estate market as a whole.

In this area, market values hit around $4.95 million, giving you a solid 131% ROI.

Finding deals outside of California can definitely open up new opportunities, especially given the cost of living and market dynamics in the state.When looking for properties in other states, consider focusing on areas with strong rental demand, economic growth, and population increase.

Found it through a broker on the market.

Anybody done that sort of marketing?

Do you have a team built in any other markets?

Older homes that aren’t elevated could suffer major damage when the next storm hits.Many expect market saturation in the coming months, as flippers are snapping up flood-damaged properties.