The other key factor is that when STRs were in high demand, a lot of people jumped in thinking they were going to just list it online and the money would roll in.

This seems like a potentially profitable strategy given that the factory is supposed to employ 6500 people with good salaries.  

Would you start a widget-selling business without touring, interviewing, and inspecting the product of a few widget-making factories before contracting with one?

“Get a job, save your money, get out of debt, retire at 65, and try to live off your savings.”Jealousy from the less brave is also a factor.

The one common factor is always that the nicer the home and neighborhood the fewer issues you have.

Hey @Isabella Johnstun I think the biggest factor is going to be the neighborhood.

From the ceramic tile factory, to the rubber mats for cars factory, to the tress factory to the chicken processing plant to any fast food place or store to the hospitals and care centers, they are all hiring!  

We used to have factories and mills that provided those jobs maybe one day we can bring those back.The average deal now for a C+/B- multi-famly building in my area are selling for a 5-5.5 Cap.  

There must be a catalyst, one or more triggers that cause the person(s) in charge to want to sell quickly, willing to trade off equity, price, problems, etc.The other factor is timing.

I overcame the fear factor.