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Certain parts are extremely dangerous and seem to be getting worse.

The impression I got is that they just want to extract from you and not give you anything of real substance in return so Danger Will , Danger will.  

Make sure you aren't dramatically overestimating (which can be just as dangerous as underestimating) expenses. 

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Quote from @Jordan Ray:Thats probably one of the most dangerous spots in Memphis.

There has been a lot of building going on, but I think in the short term, the only rents that are in danger of resetting are in multi-family.

Imagine this: dirt roads with massive potholes, jungle on one side and im paying almost $100/night and barely any hot water, the water in general is dangerous.. but foreigner yuppies like me everywhere walking on the road.. breakfast place La Paleta or sthing is full of ppl and theres dogs trying to chip away at your food, other side of the road major contruction happening 2 large condotels/apartments are being built.

Especially as a female, doing it alone, in a city that can be somewhat dangerous.