our first baby is officially on the market and i have mix emotions but more happy because im excited for the next chapter !

While @Phillip Austin mentioned Raleigh is a higher returns its just very much a appreciation market, you will not find rentals that cashflow, so depending on your goals its a good or bad market.

What is the market rent?

From my experience, cities like Greenville, Columbia, Augusta, Huntsville, Chattanooga, and Jacksonville offer strong house-hacking opportunities with growing job markets, solid rental demand, and affordable multi-family options.

Hellen, do you mean you want your Realtor to market in other states for your listing in SWFL? 

In this area, market values hit around $4.95 million, giving you a solid 131% ROI.

While I don't expect another 2008 size wave, I do see a large hold back of inventory coming to market. 

Having local family gave me a built-in support system, market familiarity, and the confidence to manage a property from a distance if needed.

As an investor-only agent in the Boston area, I'm looking at the market nearly every day and analyzing deals for clients.

I would say for most people, the 1st position heloc is no a good bet, especially if you have a 1st mortgage rate of less than 5%.Using this strategy with a 2nd position heloc can be just as powerful, so you can have your cake and eat it too!