:)we're closing on 20 units in Lorain and need a handyman for minor repairs, We have a great guy Rick Phares but he is currently going through some health problems unfortunately So please share whoever you know is looking for workAlso me and my partner are here for the rest of the week if anyone wants to meet up somewhere for dinner and talk about real estateIn the current climate we are in, with the massive labor shortages, I'd imagine it'd be impossible for an out of state investor to find a reliable handyman to work for them directly.  

In this market/climate with people struggling to get work done even on their own homes, is it even a realistic option to come in fresh as a small fish, find a contractor, and get work done promptly?

This relates to a reason for its historical appreciation.San Diego has a nicer climate. 

Is it the political climate and the fact that Oregon is very quickly becoming landlord unfriendly?

I am looking to relocate to somewhere that has a better market for cheaper small multifamily units and warmer climate.

Most of the MF opportunities that existed in the area 2 and 3 years ago have been picked over like crazy and whatever exists today will need quite a bit of close examination, this climate is very unfriendly to any outdoor building products, especially wood. 

Over this timeline, climate change is a huge concern.

Here are some things to consider:1) Climate: Miami has a tropical climate 365 days of the year.2) Cultural Diversity: Miami is a melting pot of different cultures.

Rates are largely dependent on the current climate, your experience in the last 36 months either buy and hold or flip, and your FICO score. 

If there is a much deeper recession than the current economic climate (I agree that this will be called a recession in future years by EVERYONE), then yes, the Fed will reduce rates.