That being said there are still close to 1% deals on the DFW MLS (I just sent 5 to an investor to check out) and smaller markets that are cheaper on the front end but have a good rental base because of a college or military base are good places to look.

When we bought the home, we used a VA loan and then we had to PCS (move in the military).

The market is always strong because of the growth there as well as diverse people who travel in and around there with the Military, space and rocket industry, as well as many other tech jobs. 

To do this in CT, you need to file a military affidavit, which certifies that the tenants are not in the military.

Invested 45K into full rehab and renting due to military permanent change of station (PCS).

A bit about me and my spouse, we are a military family (Army).

I am a military contractor and spend a lot of time overseas.

I'll spare you the details, but I had a good 21-year career in the military because it provided a decent paycheck.

There is also a military base. 

.- I go to military training on the 7th.I have a good lock on my interest rate and afraid of doing the mortgage application over again due to a slight decrease in my current job pay but will be going up again in a few months and I'll also be house hacking once I own and solely live in the house.