I've heard nothing but complaints from customers AND their franchise agents reegarding the quality of their 800-number service center. 

I want to be able to find potential markets/listings nationally based on the return. 

However, national rent growth remains at 1.1%, with a slight 0.5% dip from Q2.

Alternatively the other side of the city (Pikesville, Towson outskirts) still decent rentals but they are farther from employment centers.

Indeed - I see bright future for North Carolina as a whole and for all major population centers like Charlotte metro, Research Triangle (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill) and the Piedmont Triad region (Greensboro-Winston Salem-High Point).

I am seeing interest rates start in the mid 6% range for foreign nationals here in Florida.

I also have lots of connections all over the nation to help.

It's shifting to a model of a big anchor, a Target or a Costco, and lots of little businesses in that same shopping center. 

I would use an experienced broker who can shop around and help you compare best terms on a National basis.

And it's not only homes, it's all the infrastructure a city needs.On the insurance issue, I think this may be the end of national carriers.