I know this is not an exact science but is a good starting point in analyzing a potential deal.I’d be interested in reading some responses to see if I understand it correctly.

US citizens won't tolerate it  They already proved they aren't the most compliant people on the face of planet Earth, even when "the science says." 

Involved in the medical field so my whole life, my education has been focused on sciences, so very limited exposure to the business world unfortunately. 

Being right on the money comes with experience, practice and is art more than science.

However I have a friend there and from what I hear, the areas south of Baltimore, east of 50th to Grays Ferry may be a good spot for a buy-and-hold because of the University of the Sciences as well as Penn's purchase of the Dupont Campus.

Insurance companies have resolving complaints down to a science.

Now it’s at the center of a statewide boom in the life-sciences business.” - Wall Street Journal"The City of Indianapolis has evolved into a growth dynamo, setting standards of excellence for urban renewal and economic development" - Nation's Cities Weekly "You can share the delight...in this crossroads city for the almost breathtaking, tangible success of a revitalization program the likes of which most other older cities are lucky to get to the blueprint stage." - Los Angeles Times"Construction and development downtown seemed to wake the city up, and today, a thriving cultural scene mixes with Hoosier hospitality and charm

I am currently a college student pursuing a bachelor's degree in "Information Science & Technology".

It is by no means an exact science.

Account ClosedI definitely agree that investing out of state is not rocket science, and can be done if you take the appropriate actions to learn the market you are looking in.