And I know that the tourism infrastructure (restaurants , activities) has some catching up to do aside from the new casino that is opening up.

If  you are in the 20% range, you are better off going to the casino and putting all of your money on black and seeing what happnes.Since you are out of the area properly calculating cash on cash returns can be difficult because you have variable expenses to calculate. 

Quote from @Treasure Soe: Would anyone like to share their thoughts on the effectiveness of cold calling, Facebook ads, and virtual driving for dollars in obtaining off-market deals? 

Tropicana Imploded Early This Morning: The historic Tropicana hotel and casino was demolished in a dramatic implosion, marking the end of an era.

What I do know is that the cameras are an absolute treasure for deterrence and problem identification and resolution.

I have been browsing all the tools here, and just trying to become familiar with the site and the treasure trove of knowledge and tools that are available here. 

Heard through a friend as potential for cash flow even with current rates and growth potential due to proximity to TX north border, casinos etc.   

Hi David,Ludlow looks to use residential and non-residential: located on right side of this page are the rates: Listers & Assessor - Town & Village of Ludlow, VT Here is the treasurers office info for Dover, they should be able to give you the millage rates you are looking for: Treasurer/Finance Officer/Delinquent Tax Collector | Dover VermontHere is the state of VT definition for homestead and non homestead:Homestead Declaration | Department of Taxes (vermont.gov) 

Its a magnet for grifters and fools, and the "investing" equivilent of going to that crummy casino in National Lampoons Vegas Vacation (?)

My purchase price 3 years ago is still almost 3x the most updated assessed value by the Clark County Treasurer.