Only five of the qualifying 25 local cities saw a population decrease, topped by Bee Cave (-2.7%).

I think rates will decrease at least a little bit. 

-Decreased security deposit to 1x for MTR.

I would at least recommend you have them shop a policy for you.One thing we did note is that with hail damage to roofs, they seem to be decreasing coverage/increasing deductibles on that if ever needed.

(Assuming quality of service doesn’t decrease.)No matter how you look at it, that is a ton of money.

The city has been trying to decrease density in areas it wants gentrified for a long time. 

But I feel it is important to point out that the 10% appreciation example works both ways - if a property decreases, it decreases on the full market value.

Quote from @Basit Siddiqi: Strange that you mention that you are looking at Toledo and Cleveland when those two cities are also seeing population decreases.

Not being in the country you want to invest is risky. 100% leverage is risky.Lowering your leverage point is one of the easier ways to decrease your risk and therefore increase your odds at success.

Birth Rate: The birth rate in Italy has been steadily decreasing.