We used to live in Reading and the city itself would probably be tough to rent as it may be hard to find good tenants.

Major renos in Orleans can be tough though.

@Abel Curielthis is so beyond and more than helpful. it's been a tough gig to start, but this really simplifies it and brings me confidence.

I totally get it—starting in STR can be tough, especially when cold calling and emailing aren’t working.

Contrary to popular belief, this is actually an advanced strategy for people with lots of experience and resources, it's a really tough place to start.

However, the City initiated the "Buy Into Baltimore" open bid program (which we're interested in participating) through which you can bid/buy city-owned abandoned/vacant properties for redevelopment/resale.The problem is, there are so many blighted neighborhoods in Baltimore, it's tough to know where to start.

For this reason to me investing out of state becomes tough knowing you must for 25% down every time you buy.

Chicago’s a tough market, but looks like things are finally moving in the right direction for you.

Also for rentals condos are normally very tough to make money. 

i know this is not exactly the answer you want to hear, but it's just a really tough time to get started.