From what I’ve seen in Forbes, the infromation on market trends can also help pinpoint the best neighborhoods.One last piece I’d consider: do some legwork on rent comparables in the area so you’ll know your break even numbers from day one.

-Changes to lease break situations.

Most 3BR turnkey homes are closer to $285K and upwards, so with money more expensive, and minimum rent of $1800... possible break even scenario.

i'd pick a market close by, or that you have a personal connection to, or that you visit often.chasing cash flow by itself can lead to negative outcomes - for example, these investors bought in supposed "cash flow" markets:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/12/topics/1215726-break...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/963/topics/1195280-expe...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/48/topics/1137397-balti...hope this helps.

The property manager can make or break you, it has to be a PM that is working in that space and is comfortable there.I agree with earlier comments to look in the front and back yards to see how many old cars, abandoned junk, or treasures that aren't treasures are piling up. 

The issue with watering your foundation is that you have to do it always, every year without a break in order to achieve the desired effect.

But here's the thing: communication within the GP team can make or break a deal.When information doesn’t flow smoothly between team members, it can lead to confusion—and even worse, miscommunication with external parties.

I’ve done my calculations and have seen that I will be breaking even with this investment day one.

When I do it at 20% down, I can only find negative cashflow, so I could be looking in the wrong spot, or I need to put more down, or I am missing something all together.I have read that making a 8% return or higher is what to look for, and I can find break even.

I'm only at 3 rentals and just 1 tenant can make or break you trying to be a PM while also working a w-2, I've already come close.