Look to make sure an area is growing in population, has a diverse job economy and isn't overly reliant on one industry, strong job opportunities in tech, health care, energy, food, pharmaceuticals etc. are great because they are more recession resistant. 

Very diverse. 

It's a very diverse place, and offers a lot especially in terms of real estate!

Not that I am dissatisfied with my current resources, but to see if some diversity can spread the risk as well as compare the services within the market.I'll post progress as I am hoping to continue to be engaged with RE...Chris

They (being equity investors) always say to diversify and not put all your eggs in one basket, and I feel like real estate is a great way to create some actual investment diversity.

Hi All,As I look into new markets to invest in, I would like to poll the vast geographical diversity of the BP forums to get an idea of where investors and agents are seeing great deals for buy and hold of single family residences.

Our industry lacks thought diversity. 

They are easy to fill and are attractive to a diverse tenant base.

I often think about investing in the Lexington to have a little more diverse portfolio but Louisville has been keeping me pretty busy.

As our goal is for early retirement in 15 years :)You will love the diverse community and all the resources.